Rheumatology

Trials, guidelines and clinical evidence across Rheumatology.

EULAR recommends non-pharmacologic care for lupus and systemic sclerosis

EULAR issues evidence-based non-pharmacological recommendations for lupus and systemic sclerosis, emphasizing exercise, education, photoprotection, and tailored support.

By Dr. A. Nikhil Krishnan, MBBS · Oct 24, 2026 · 5 min read

Rheumatology·Nature

Sleeve Gastrectomy Linked to Higher RA and Spondyloarthritis Incidence

French nationwide data linked sleeve gastrectomy with higher early incidence of rheumatoid arthritis and spondyloarthritis than gastric bypass.

Oct 24, 2026

Rheumatology·Gut

Top-cited gout studies reveal shift toward risk and long-term care

A bibliometric analysis of 100 top-cited gout papers shows a shift from urate-focused research toward risk, comorbidity, and…

Oct 23, 2026

Rheumatology·DailyMed

Tofacitinib label update strengthens boxed warnings and dosing limits

DailyMed label update for tofacitinib extended-release tablets expands safety warnings, dosing guidance, and monitoring requirements across approved uses.

Oct 23, 2026

Rheumatology·BMJ Open

Osteoarthritis core treatment uptake remains low across China study finds

Mixed-method research across China found low use of exercise therapy for osteoarthritis and identified insurance, workforce and training…

Oct 23, 2026

Rheumatology·BMJ Open

TOFA-PREDICT trial will test immunologic predictors of tofacitinib response in PsA

BMJ Open protocol describes a 160-patient PsA trial using clinical, molecular, and imaging data to predict tofacitinib response…

Oct 23, 2026

Rheumatology·Sci Transl Med

Psychological Stress Worsens Autoimmune Arthritis Through IL-6 Pathway

Fibroblast-like synoviocytes worsen autoimmune arthritis under psychological stress in an IL-6-dependent mechanism, pointing to a stress-immune link in…

Oct 23, 2026

Rheumatology·ClinicalTrials