Although initially given as replacement therapy for patients with primary and secondary immunodeficiency states, intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg) has proven to be effective in the treatment of various autoimmune and inflammatory disorders. This success has led to a dramatic increase in the use of IVIg, with its use as an antiinflammatory agent now vastly surpassing its use in the treatment of immunodeficiencies. Even so, the basis for the antiinflammatory activity of IVIg remains unclear.
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ACR Participates in Briefing to Highlight Importance of Biomedical Research
On September 13, the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) Coalition held a congressional briefing to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the organization’s honoring of congressional champions who have been instrumental in supporting NIAMS and the NIH. The Coalition is a group of more than 70 medical, patient-advocacy, and science-based organizations (including the ACR) dedicated to advancing the critical research of the NIAMS and the NIH. The Coalition’s mission is to elevate understanding of the value of the NIAMS among policy makers and the public to foster increased support of the Institute.
Two-Thirds of Rheumatologists Satisfied with Profession
A fair wage and choice of practice setting are areas of concern
It’s All About the Patient
Trailblazer Evelyn V. Hess combines science and patient care
Chaos Control
Plan ahead to ensure your practice survives a disaster
ACR Launches First Public Relations Campaign
Simple tasks campaign targets lawmakers, referring physicians and others who influence rheumatology
It’s Not Just EHRs Anymore
Patient-centered information technology is an increasingly popular way to help manage complex diseases
A Meeting of the Minds for RA Research
REF investigators gather to share research progress and trade advice
Medical Education Goes Global
Rheumatology plays a role in med schools’ growing international partnerships
It Takes All Kinds
A look at the rheumatology practice team
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