ARTHRITIS, RHEUMATOID

This study tested whether adding nipocalimab to the standard drug certolizumab works better than certolizumab alone for people with active rheumatoid arthritis. It involved 103 adults who still had moderate to severe symptoms despite trying other advanced treatments. The main goa…

This study tested a new oral medication called LW402 in 72 adults with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis who were already taking methotrexate. Participants received either LW402 or a placebo for 12 weeks to see if the drug could reduce joint swelling and pain. The goal was …

This completed pilot study tested an 8-week online mindfulness course in 38 people with rheumatoid arthritis. The goal was to see if patients liked the program, what barriers they faced, and how it might affect symptoms. Half the group took the course while the other half receive…

This completed trial tested a six-week group self-management program for women with rheumatoid arthritis. The program teaches skills to manage symptoms, stick to treatments, and improve quality of life. Researchers measured changes in self-efficacy, self-management behaviors, and…

This study looked at a type of immune cell called B regulatory cells in 100 people—some healthy and some with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The goal was to understand how these cells differ between the two groups and how they might help control the disease. By identifying unique fea…

This study examined whether women with autoimmune diseases or inflammatory rheumatism receive proper gynecological follow-up, including cervical cancer screening and contraception advice. Researchers surveyed 318 women with conditions like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and Sjögren…

This study looked at whether measuring drug levels and anti-drug antibodies in the blood of rheumatoid arthritis patients can help doctors make better treatment decisions. 52 patients starting adalimumab or certolizumab were randomly assigned to have their test results shared wit…

This study looked at the gut bacteria of 55 people—some newly diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis and some without the disease. Researchers wanted to see if certain bacteria are more common in arthritis patients. The goal is to better understand how gut health might be linked to …

This study involved 1304 adults with rheumatoid arthritis who had at least two risk factors for interstitial lung disease (ILD), such as being male, a smoker, or over 60. Researchers used CT scans to develop a prediction model that helps doctors decide who should be screened for …