ABSTRACT Background Imaging biomarkers for neuropsychiatric systemic lupus erythematosus (NPSLE) are highly needed, and intracranial contrast‐enhanced vessel wall imaging (CE‐VWI) can potentially detect cerebral vessel wall abnormalities in lupus. Purpose To evaluate the diagnostic value of CE‐VWI in differentiating NPSLE from non‐NPSLE.
Satoru Ide+9 more
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Changes in corticosteroid and non-steroidal immunosuppressive therapy with long-term zilucoplan treatment in generalized myasthenia gravis. [PDF]
Hewamadduma C+11 more
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Multi‐Scale Analysis of Regional Pathology in the Human Trapezium During Osteoarthritis Progression
ABSTRACT Trapeziometacarpal (TMC) osteoarthritis (OA) is a prevalent condition that significantly impacts hand function and quality of life. In this study we sought to close gaps in knowledge related to the initiation and progression of TMC OA on the tissue scale by evaluating the morphology and gross appearance, wear patterns, mechanical properties ...
Brendan D. Stoeckl+5 more
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Evaluating inhaled corticosteroids' impact on osteoporosis and fracture risk in COPD patients: a real-world evidence-based systematic review and meta-analysis. [PDF]
Huang HF, Hsu CW, Hsieh FT, Liao KM.
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Abstract Background This study investigated the effect of a 4‐week free‐sugar avoidance on periodontal parameters during periodontal therapy. Methods Twenty‐one patients with untreated periodontitis and daily free‐sugar intake were allocated to a sugar avoidance group (SAG) and a control group (CG).
Christina L. Pappe+7 more
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Abstract Graft versus host disease (GVHD) is a complication that frequently occurs after haematopoietic stem cell transplantation and concerns many children in paediatric haematology‐oncology and bone marrow transplantation departments. It can affect various organs, with the skin, gastrointestinal tract and liver being the most commonly involved.
Marina Vincent+12 more
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Observational Study of Corticosteroid Phobia Using the TOPICOP Score among Adults and Caregivers of Children with Atopic Dermatitis in Japan. [PDF]
Nakahara T+6 more
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Impaired physical fitness in pediatric inflammatory bowel disease
Abstract Objective There are only a few studies on physical fitness in pediatric inflammatory bowel disease (PIBD). We compared physical fitness in PIBD patients versus healthy controls and analyzed the role of contributing disease‐ and patient‐related factors.
Saija Kantanen+10 more
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Compassionate use of tezepelumab in near fatal asthma: A case report and review of the literature. [PDF]
Nakajima M+9 more
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Cost‐utility analysis of sequential therapies for pediatric‐onset eosinophilic esophagitis
Abstract Objectives Topical corticosteroids, proton‐pump inhibitors (PPI) and elimination diets (ED) are equally recommended as first‐line therapies for pediatric eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE). Dupilumab (DUP) is usually used for refractoriness. We aim to assess the cost‐utility of all potential sequential treatments for EoE.
José Vicente Arcos‐Machancoses+2 more
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