The goal of this study was to identify alternative splice variants from cell surface receptor genes, and to determine whether the novel proteins encoded exert therapeutic activity in an in vivo model of arthritis. Arthritis Research & Therapy
In children with juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM), mycophenolate mofetil (MMF) decreases disease activity and curbs the need for steroids, according to an article published online June 2nd in Arthritis Care and Research. Reuters Health Information
Although many patients with juvenile idiopathic arthritis have a low level of disease, about 20% have moderate to severe disability, Italian researchers report in the November 15th issue of Arthritis & Rheumatism. Reuters Health Information
Joint damage due to rheumatoid arthritis (RA) appears to be more severe among patients with a normal body mass index (BMI) than among their obese counterparts, a German research team reports. Reuters Health Information
