Systemic-onset juvenile idiopathic arthritis

This study tested a drug called emapalumab in 33 children and adults with macrophage activation syndrome (MAS), a life-threatening immune overreaction, linked to Still's disease or lupus. The goal was to see if the drug could safely control the condition and reduce the need for h…

This study tested a drug called anakinra in 24 children and young adults (ages 2-20) with severe systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis that did not respond well to steroids. For the first month, half received anakinra and half received a placebo, then all received anakinra for 1…

This study follows up to 5,000 people with autoinflammatory diseases (like NOMID, CANDLE, and juvenile dermatomyositis) and their healthy relatives. Researchers will collect medical history, blood samples, and imaging over 2-5 day visits to learn how these diseases work and find …

This completed study looked at how the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing impacted the mental health of 259 adults with chronic inflammatory rheumatism (like rheumatoid arthritis or ankylosing spondylitis). Researchers used questionnaires to measure stress, depression, anxie…

This completed study reviewed the medical charts of 32 people with Still's disease who developed a serious complication called macrophage activation syndrome (MAS). The goal was to learn more about their symptoms, how long it took for lab values to return to normal, and what trea…

This study involved 39 adults and children with autoinflammatory diseases like FMF and Still's disease. Researchers conducted interviews to understand how these conditions affect quality of life. The goal was to create a tool that doctors can use to better assess and address pati…