rheumatoid arthritis | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: Advances in therapy | Added Jun 04, 2020
JAK inhibitors in rheumatoid arthritis – an analysis of effectiveness
This study investigated the effectiveness of Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). They found that JAK inhibitors were more effective than conventional RA drugs.
diabetes mellitus | Research | 10 pages | source: Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism | Added Jun 04, 2020
Do SGLT2 inhibitor medications increase ketoacidosis risk?
This review looked at whether SGLT2 inhibitors increase the risk of ketoacidosis in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D). It found that long-term use of these medications increases the risk of ketoacidosis, particularly for older patients.
rheumatoid arthritis | Research | 10 pages | source: Arthritis Research & Therapy | Added Jun 02, 2020
Can tapering of biological therapy maintain effectiveness in rheumatoid arthritis?
This study investigated if reducing the doses (tapering) of biologic drugs maintains effectiveness in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
They found that drug tapering maintained low disease activity (LDA) and remission while reducing side effects and costs.
diabetes mellitus | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: The lancet. Diabetes & endocrinology | Added Jun 02, 2020
How should patients with diabetes manage their health during the COVID-19 pandemic?
This article made recommendations for patients with diabetes on how to manage their health during the COVID-19 pandemic.
diabetes mellitus | Research | 10 pages | source: Cell Metabolism | Added May 31, 2020
Does glucose control influence outcomes for patients with COVID-19 and type 2 diabetes?
This study looked at the outcomes of patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) who were diagnosed with COVID-19. It found that patients with well-controlled blood glucose had fewer medical interventions and notably better survival.
rheumatoid arthritis | Research | 10 pages | source: The Journal of Rheumatology | Added May 31, 2020
How common are eye disorders in rheumatoid arthritis?
This study investigated ocular (eye) conditions (OCs) in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). They found that OCs affect approximately 20% of patients with RA.
kidney stones | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: Investigative and clinical urology | Added May 30, 2020
Which type of procedure is most effective and safe for patients with kidney stones?
This study compared two types of percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) procedure to treat patients with kidney stones. The results showed that miniaturized PCNL (mPCNL) was slightly more effective and as safe as standard PCNL (sPCNL).
rheumatoid arthritis | Research | 10 pages | source: Frontiers in Endocrinology | Added May 29, 2020
How does rheumatoid arthritis and its management affect the risk of falls and fractures?
This study investigated how rheumatoid arthritis (RA)and its treatment may affect bone mineral density (BMD). They found that RA was associated with a reduced BMD and an increased risk of falls and fractures.
diabetes mellitus | Research | 10 pages | source: BMJ Open | Added May 29, 2020
Long term differences in blood glucose control between adults using multiple daily injections vs insulin pumps
This study wanted to find out if people with type 1 diabetes who use insulin pumps have fewer changes in their blood glucose control than those who use multiple daily injections. The study found that the patients who used insulin pumps had fewer changes in blood glucose control than those on multiple daily injections.
diabetes mellitus | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: The lancet. Diabetes & endocrinology | Added Jan 01, 2020
Does dapagliflozin protect kidney function in patients with diabetes?
This study looked at the effect of dapagliflozin (Farxiga) on kidney disease in patients with type 2 diabetes. It found patients treated with dapagliflozin were significantly less likely to have a decline in kidney function.