Tag: Lupus
Hydroxychloroquine Blood Levels Predict Retinopathy Risk in Lupus
Prospective cohort study demonstrates link between HCQ blood levels and retinopathy risk
Many Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patients Use Opioids
Among SLE patients, likelihood of prescription opioids up for those using emergency department
In-Hospital Maternal Mortality Down in Pregnancies With Lupus
Mortality decrease greater in systemic lupus erythematosus pregnancies than in non-SLE pregnancies
Lupus Manifestations Appear to Differ by Race, Ethnicity
Increased risk for severe manifestations seen among blacks, Hispanics, and Asians/Pacific Islanders
CDC: Racial Disparity Seen With Lupus-Related Deaths
Deaths among blacks occur sooner after diagnosis and at younger age compared with whites
Adverse Childhood Experiences Linked to Worse Lupus Outcomes
More adverse childhood experiences associated with depression, poor overall health for those with SLE
Lupus Affects Emotional, Mental Well-Being of Patients
Most patients report not having participated in a lupus clinical trial, despite interest
FDA Approves First Treatment for Pediatric Lupus
Approval based on study showing children who received Benlysta plus standard therapy had lower risk for flare
Altered Gut Microbiome Seen in Patients With Active Lupus
Patients with lupus had fivefold greater representation of Ruminococcus gnavus
Renal Transplant Improves Survival in ESRD Due to Lupus
Survival benefit noted especially for cardiovascular disease in end-stage renal disease due to lupus nephritis
