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Rheumatoid Arthritis FocusRheum

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is the most common autoimmune inflammatory arthritis in adults. In June 2021, the ACR released an updated guideline for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. The guideline underscores the role of methotrexate as a cornerstone therapy and emphasizes minimizing glucocorticoids, when possible. Meanwhile, the most recent research in RA is explored by expert Jeffrey Curtis, MD, MS, MPH.

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The ACR Releases an Updated Treatment Guideline for Rheumatoid Arthritis

June 14, 2021

In early June, the ACR released an updated guideline on the management of rheumatoid arthritis, which includes new recommendations for specific high-risk groups.1 The guideline includes 44 recommendations—seven of which are strong and 37 conditional. It underscores the role of methotrexate as a cornerstone therapy and emphasizes minimizing glucocorticoids, when possible. Guideline Development Process At…

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