Rheumatology Updates

07/06/2024

Novel peptide inhibitor of human tumor necrosis factor-α has antiarthritic activity

The inhibition of tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α trimer formation renders it inactive for binding to its receptors, thus mitigating the vicious cycle of inflammation. We designed a peptide (PIYLGGVFQ) that simulates a sequence strand of human TNFα monomer using a series of in silico methods, such a...

07/06/2024

India Targets $500 Billion Investment in Clean Energy by 2030 - India is poised to attract over $500 billion in clean energy investments by 2030 as part of its ambitious plan...

07/06/2024

Pulmonary embolism versus pulmonary vasculitis in Hughes-Stovin syndrome: Characteristic computed tomography pulmonary angiographic findings and diagnostic and therapeutic implications. HSS International Study Group

Major vascular thrombosis with arterial aneurysms formation are characteristic of HSS. PE typically appear loosely-adherent and mobile whereas "in-situ thrombosis" seen in HSS is tightly-adherent to the mural wall. Mural wall enhancement and PAAs are distinctive pulmonary findings in HSS. The latter...

06/06/2024

In a world where chronic conditions like arthritis and autoimmune diseases affect millions, rheumatology emerges as a beacon of hope....

06/06/2024

A. Need for Adult ImmunizationVaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs) are among the various diseases that threaten India's healthcare system. From this group, influenza and pneumococcal diseases are of...

06/06/2024

A distinguished rheumatologist known for his patient-centered approach, innovative practices, and vision for comprehensive...

03/06/2024

Stroke frequency, associated factors, and clinical features in primary systemic vasculitis: a multicentric observational study

CVEs affect a significant proportion of patients at time of PSV diagnosis, and the frequency varies widely among different vasculitis, being higher in Behçet's. Overall, CVE in PSV is not explained by traditional vascular risk factors and has a high risk of CVE recurrence.

22/05/2024

Professors Christopher Denton (UCL Institute of Immunity and Transplantation), Roberto Mayor (UCL Biosciences), Sergio Quezada (UCL Cancer Institute) and Alison Rodger (UCL Institute for Global Hea…

22/05/2024

Eisai: Metoject Subcutaneous Injection Pen (Methotrexate) Pen-Type Autoinjector Launched In Japan

21/05/2024

JAMMU: The 2nd Indian Orthopaedic Rheumatology Spine Conclave (IORA) was organized by the Department of Orthopaedics (ASCOMS & Hospital, Sidhra) in association with Postgraduate Department of Orthopaedics of Government Medical College Jammu and J&...

20/05/2024

Although iron deficiency anemia is the most prevalent form of anemia globally, it may be underdiagnosed due to lack of awareness or methodical screening.

20/05/2024

Thiruvananthapuram, May 20 (UNI) A critical need for increased awareness about Lupus disease in Kerala was highlighted at a seminar organised by the Institute of Rheumatology and Immunology (IRIS) here.