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  1. Article ; Online: How the Plants for Joints multidisciplinary lifestyle intervention achieved its effects: a mixed methods process evaluation.

    Wagenaar, Carlijn A / Toonstra, Alie / Walrabenstein, Wendy / van Schaardenburg, Dirkjan / van Nassau, Femke

    BMC public health

    2024  Volume 24, Issue 1, Page(s) 1034

    Abstract: Background: Plants for Joints (PFJ) is a multidisciplinary intervention centered around a whole-food plant-based diet, physical activity, and sleep and stress management. The PFJ intervention successfully improved disease activity and symptoms in people ...

    Abstract Background: Plants for Joints (PFJ) is a multidisciplinary intervention centered around a whole-food plant-based diet, physical activity, and sleep and stress management. The PFJ intervention successfully improved disease activity and symptoms in people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or osteoarthritis (OA), respectively, and metabolic health. To investigate how these effects were achieved a mixed methods process evaluation was conducted to understand the context, implementation, and mechanism of impact of the PFJ intervention. Also, the relationship between degree of implementation and lifestyle changes was explored.
    Methods: Quantitative and qualitative data were collected across the evaluation domains context (i.e. reach), implementation (i.e. recruitment and delivery), and mechanism of impact (i.e. responsiveness) of both the participants and coaches (incl. dietitians, sport coaches) according to the UK MRC guidelines for process evaluations. Data was collected from the participants via focus groups and questionnaires after the intervention, and interviews with coaches. Qualitative data were analyzed thematically, and quantitative data were assessed with descriptive statistics and linear regression analyses. Degree of implementation was quantified using a theory-driven implementation index score composed of different process evaluation constructs.
    Results: Of the 155 participants who participated in the PFJ intervention, 106 (68%) took part in the questionnaire and 34 (22%) attended a focus group. Participants felt the intervention was complete, coherent, and would recommend the intervention to others (mean score 9.2 (SD 1.4) out of 10). Participants felt heard and empowered to take control of their lifestyle and health outcomes. Components perceived as most useful were self-monitoring, social support, practical and theoretical information, and (individual) guidance by the multidisciplinary team. Participants perceived the intervention as feasible, and many indicated it effectively improved their health outcomes. In an explorative analysis there was no significant difference in healthy lifestyle changes across implementation index score groups.
    Conclusion: This process evaluation offers important insights into why the PFJ intervention works and how the intervention can be optimized for future implementation. Results indicating the intervention's high satisfaction, feasibility, and perceived effectiveness, further support the use of plant-based lifestyle interventions as an additional treatment option for patients with RA, OA, or other chronic diseases.
    Trial registration: International Clinical Trial Registry Platform numbers: NL7800, NL7801, and NL7802, all registered 17-06-2019.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Data Accuracy ; Emotions ; Exercise ; Healthy Lifestyle ; Life Style ; Osteoarthritis
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-04-13
    Publishing country England
    Document type Clinical Trial ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2041338-5
    ISSN 1471-2458 ; 1471-2458
    ISSN (online) 1471-2458
    ISSN 1471-2458
    DOI 10.1186/s12889-024-18554-2
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  2. Article ; Online: No added value of optimal spectral transmission imaging in persons at risk of rheumatoid arthritis.

    van Boheemen, Laurette / Blanken, Annelies / Kuin, Aja / van Schaardenburg, Dirkjan

    Rheumatology (Oxford, England)

    2021  Volume 60, Issue 9, Page(s) 4436–4438

    MeSH term(s) Adult ; Aged ; Arthritis, Rheumatoid/diagnostic imaging ; Diagnostic Imaging ; Female ; Hand Joints/diagnostic imaging ; Humans ; Male ; Middle Aged ; Severity of Illness Index
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-05-13
    Publishing country England
    Document type Letter ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 1464822-2
    ISSN 1462-0332 ; 1462-0324
    ISSN (online) 1462-0332
    ISSN 1462-0324
    DOI 10.1093/rheumatology/keab435
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  3. Article: The Extent and Nature of Functional Limitations According to the Health Assessment Questionnaire Disability Index in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis and Severe Functional Disability.

    Teuwen, Max M H / van Wissen, Maria A T / Peter, Wilfred F / van Schaardenburg, Dirkjan / van den Ende, Cornelia H M / Gademan, Maaike G J / van Weely, Salima F E

    Journal of clinical medicine

    2024  Volume 13, Issue 2

    Abstract: Background: For a subgroup of people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and severe disability, insight into their limitations is crucial for adequate treatment.: Aim: To describe the extent and nature of functional limitations in people with RA and ... ...

    Abstract Background: For a subgroup of people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and severe disability, insight into their limitations is crucial for adequate treatment.
    Aim: To describe the extent and nature of functional limitations in people with RA and severe disability and to explore the associations of the extent of the functional limitations with patient characteristics, disease characteristics, and outcome measures.
    Methods: Baseline data of 215 participants in an RCT on the (cost-)effectiveness of longstanding physiotherapy were used. Functional limitations were assessed with the Health Assessment Questionnaire Disability Index (HAQ-DI). The total HAQ-DI including eight domain scores were calculated. Associations between high HAQ-DI scores (≥2, yes/no) and other variables were examined using the Student's
    Results: The participants (90% women, age 58.8 ± 12.8 years) had a mean HAQ-DI score of 1.7 ± 0.5. The majority (56%) showed a moderate-to-severe disability in all domains. Higher HAQ-DI scores seemed to be associated with advanced age, longer disease duration, unemployment, joint replacements, and outcomes for daily functioning and physical quality of life, but not with measures of disease activity.
    Conclusions: Our findings indicate that a comprehensive assessment of all areas of daily activities in this subgroup is necessary in order to provide appropriate (non-)pharmacological care.
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-01-10
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2662592-1
    ISSN 2077-0383
    ISSN 2077-0383
    DOI 10.3390/jcm13020379
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  4. Article ; Online: Long-term effectiveness of a lifestyle intervention for rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis: 1-year follow-up of the 'Plants for Joints' randomised clinical trial.

    Wagenaar, Carlijn A / Walrabenstein, Wendy / van der Leeden, Marike / Turkstra, Franktien / Gerritsen, Martijn / Twisk, Jos W R / Boers, Maarten / van der Esch, Martin / van Middendorp, Henriët / Weijs, Peter J M / van Schaardenburg, Dirkjan

    RMD open

    2024  Volume 10, Issue 1

    Abstract: Objectives: In two randomised controlled trials, the Plants for Joints (PFJ) multidisciplinary lifestyle intervention reduced signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), or metabolic syndrome-associated hip or knee osteoarthritis (MSOA) compared ... ...

    Abstract Objectives: In two randomised controlled trials, the Plants for Joints (PFJ) multidisciplinary lifestyle intervention reduced signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), or metabolic syndrome-associated hip or knee osteoarthritis (MSOA) compared with usual care. The current study investigated long-term outcomes.
    Methods: After completion of two 16-week trials in people with (1) RA or (2) MSOA, control groups switched to the active PFJ intervention. At the end of the intervention, all participants were followed up in a 1-year observational extension study. Primary outcomes were 28-joint Disease Activity Score (DAS28) (RA) and Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) (MSOA). Secondary outcomes included body composition, metabolic outcomes, medication changes and intervention adherence. An intention-to-treat analysis with a linear mixed model was used to analyse within-group changes.
    Results: 65 (84%) of 77 RA participants and 49 (77%) of 64 MSOA participants completed the extension study. The effects of the PFJ intervention were replicated in the original control groups and sustained within the RA group a year after intervention completion (mean DAS28 -0.9 points; p<0.001), while in the MSOA group mean WOMAC increased towards but remained well under the starting value (-7.8 points, p<0.001). Improvements in C-reactive protein, waist circumference (RA and MSOA); low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (RA); and weight, haemoglobin A1c, blood pressure (MSOA) were also sustained. Participants had a net decrease of medication, and intervention adherence was largely sustained.
    Conclusions: A year after the PFJ lifestyle intervention, improvements of disease activity and metabolic outcomes within RA and MSOA groups were largely sustained and related to sustained adherence, with a net decrease of medication.
    Trial registration numbers: NL7800, NL7801.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Osteoarthritis, Knee/etiology ; Osteoarthritis, Knee/therapy ; Osteoarthritis, Hip ; Follow-Up Studies ; Arthritis, Rheumatoid/therapy ; Arthritis, Rheumatoid/drug therapy ; Life Style ; Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-02-27
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 2812592-7
    ISSN 2056-5933 ; 2056-5933
    ISSN (online) 2056-5933
    ISSN 2056-5933
    DOI 10.1136/rmdopen-2023-004025
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  5. Article ; Online: Predicting Rheumatoid Arthritis in At-risk Individuals.

    van Boheemen, Laurette / van Schaardenburg, Dirkjan

    Clinical therapeutics

    2019  Volume 41, Issue 7, Page(s) 1286–1298

    Abstract: The typical evolution of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is that a person with genetic risk factors develops autoantibodies and subclinical inflammation under relevant environmental influences, culminating in symptoms and finally clinically detectable ... ...

    Abstract The typical evolution of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is that a person with genetic risk factors develops autoantibodies and subclinical inflammation under relevant environmental influences, culminating in symptoms and finally clinically detectable arthritis. Because several of these characteristics can be present before the outbreak of clinical arthritis, it is possible to study the at-risk phase (the presence of ≥1 risk factors for RA in an individual) with the aim of quantifying the risk for that individual. As a person progresses through the different phases of disease development, different markers can be used for prediction. In the early asymptomatic phase, genetics, environmental factors, and autoantibodies are relevant, whereas in later phases additional markers, such as symptoms and imaging, come into play, conveying the risk of not only RA but sometimes even of imminent RA. Prediction is of limited use when not coupled with the possibility to intervene and lower the risk of RA. There is a clear need for effective preventive strategies that take the phase of disease development into account. On the other hand, selecting the right persons for preventive treatment according to their stage of disease development requires the improvement of current prediction models and strategies. This commentary presents an overview of risk factors and their combination into prediction models for use in different stages of RA development. Although clear progress has been made and assuming a future with effective options to intervene, there are still several gaps in our knowledge that need to be filled before it is clear who should be tested and when.
    MeSH term(s) Arthritis, Rheumatoid/genetics ; Arthritis, Rheumatoid/immunology ; Autoimmunity/genetics ; Disease Progression ; Female ; Genetic Predisposition to Disease ; Humans ; Inflammation/genetics ; Inflammation/immunology ; Middle Aged ; Patient Education as Topic ; Predictive Value of Tests ; Risk Reduction Behavior
    Language English
    Publishing date 2019-06-10
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Case Reports ; Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 603113-4
    ISSN 1879-114X ; 0149-2918
    ISSN (online) 1879-114X
    ISSN 0149-2918
    DOI 10.1016/j.clinthera.2019.04.017
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  6. Article ; Online: How to enhance recruitment of individuals at risk of rheumatoid arthritis into trials aimed at prevention: understanding the barriers and facilitators.

    van Boheemen, Laurette / Ter Wee, Marieke M / Seppen, Bart / van Schaardenburg, Dirkjan

    RMD open

    2021  Volume 7, Issue 1

    Abstract: Objectives: Several trials to test the efficacy of a pharmacological intervention aimed at primary prevention of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are ongoing or have recently been completed. A common issue in these trials is the severe difficulty with patient ... ...

    Abstract Objectives: Several trials to test the efficacy of a pharmacological intervention aimed at primary prevention of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are ongoing or have recently been completed. A common issue in these trials is the severe difficulty with patient recruitment. In order to enhance recruitment, this qualitative study identified barriers and facilitators of individuals at risk of RA to participate in a prevention trial.
    Methods: Individuals at risk of developing RA (ie, arthralgia with anticitrullinated protein antibodies and/or rheumatoid factor without arthritis), who had previously been asked to participate in a prevention trial, participated in focus group discussions (n=18) exploring their facilitators and barriers for trial participation. Thematic analysis identified factors that were important in at-risk individuals' decision about trial participation.
    Results: The prospect of personal benefit, the acknowledgement of one's symptoms and the desire to contribute to society facilitated trial participation. In contrast, misconception about what it means to be at risk, or about the aim of the prevention trial, negative views on trial medication, and a low perceived urgency to act on the possibility of developing RA versus a high perceived burden of participating in a trial discouraged participation.
    Conclusions: To enhance inclusion in trials aimed to prevent RA, the results suggest to use strategies such as optimising education about RA, personal risk, trial aim and trial medication, explicitly addressing misconceptions and concerns, using tools to improve information provision, limiting study burden in trial design and encouraging physicians to mention trial participation.
    MeSH term(s) Arthritis, Rheumatoid/prevention & control ; Focus Groups ; Humans ; Patient Selection ; Qualitative Research ; Rheumatoid Factor
    Chemical Substances Rheumatoid Factor (9009-79-4)
    Language English
    Publishing date 2021-03-08
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2812592-7
    ISSN 2056-5933 ; 2056-5933
    ISSN (online) 2056-5933
    ISSN 2056-5933
    DOI 10.1136/rmdopen-2021-001592
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  7. Article ; Online: Preclinical Autoimmune Disease: a Comparison of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Multiple Sclerosis and Type 1 Diabetes.

    Frazzei, Giulia / van Vollenhoven, Ronald F / de Jong, Brigit A / Siegelaar, Sarah E / van Schaardenburg, Dirkjan

    Frontiers in immunology

    2022  Volume 13, Page(s) 899372

    Abstract: The preclinical phase of autoimmune disorders is characterized by an initial asymptomatic phase of varying length followed by nonspecific signs and symptoms. A variety of autoimmune and inflammatory manifestations can be present and tend to increase in ... ...

    Abstract The preclinical phase of autoimmune disorders is characterized by an initial asymptomatic phase of varying length followed by nonspecific signs and symptoms. A variety of autoimmune and inflammatory manifestations can be present and tend to increase in the last months to years before a clinical diagnosis can be made. The phenotype of an autoimmune disease depends on the involved organs, the underlying genetic susceptibility and pathophysiological processes. There are different as well as shared genetic or environmental risk factors and pathophysiological mechanisms between separate diseases. To shed more light on this, in this narrative review we compare the preclinical disease course of four important autoimmune diseases with distinct phenotypes: rheumatoid arthritis (RA), Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), multiple sclerosis (MS) and type 1 diabetes (T1D). In general, we observed some notable similarities such as a North-South gradient of decreasing prevalence, a female preponderance (except for T1D), major genetic risk factors at the HLA level, partly overlapping cytokine profiles and lifestyle risk factors such as obesity, smoking and stress. The latter risk factors are known to produce a state of chronic systemic low grade inflammation. A central characteristic of all four diseases is an on average lengthy prodromal phase with no or minor symptoms which can last many years, suggesting a gradually evolving interaction between the genetic profile and the environment. Part of the abnormalities may be present in unaffected family members, and autoimmune diseases can also cluster in families. In conclusion, a promising strategy for prevention of autoimmune diseases might be to address adverse life style factors by public health measures at the population level.
    MeSH term(s) Arthritis, Rheumatoid/genetics ; Autoimmune Diseases ; Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1/genetics ; Female ; Humans ; Inflammation ; Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic/epidemiology ; Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic/genetics ; Multiple Sclerosis/etiology
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-06-30
    Publishing country Switzerland
    Document type Journal Article ; Review ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2606827-8
    ISSN 1664-3224 ; 1664-3224
    ISSN (online) 1664-3224
    ISSN 1664-3224
    DOI 10.3389/fimmu.2022.899372
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  8. Article ; Online: Smartphone-Assisted Patient-Initiated Care Versus Usual Care in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis and Low Disease Activity: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

    Seppen, Bart / Wiegel, Jimmy / Ter Wee, Marieke M / van Schaardenburg, Dirkjan / Roorda, Leo D / Nurmohamed, Michael T / Boers, Maarten / Bos, Wouter H

    Arthritis & rheumatology (Hoboken, N.J.)

    2022  Volume 74, Issue 11, Page(s) 1737–1745

    Abstract: Objective: We developed a smartphone application for patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) that allows them to self-monitor their disease activity in between clinic visits by answering a weekly Routine Assessment of Patient Index Data 3. This study ... ...

    Abstract Objective: We developed a smartphone application for patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) that allows them to self-monitor their disease activity in between clinic visits by answering a weekly Routine Assessment of Patient Index Data 3. This study was undertaken to assess the safety (noninferiority in the Disease Activity Score in 28 joints using the erythrocyte sedimentation rate [DAS28-ESR]) and efficacy (reduction in number of visits) of patient-initiated care assisted using a smartphone app, compared to usual care.
    Methods: A 12-month, randomized, noninferiority clinical trial was conducted in RA patients with low disease activity and without treatment changes in the past 6 months. Patients were randomized 1:1 to either app-supported patient-initiated care with a scheduled follow-up consultation after a year (app intervention group) or usual care. The coprimary outcome measures were noninferiority in terms of change in DAS28-ESR score after 12 months and the ratio of the mean number of consultations with rheumatologists between the groups. The noninferiority limit was 0.5 difference in DAS28-ESR between the groups.
    Results: Of the 103 randomized patients, 102 completed the study. After a year, noninferiority in terms of the DAS28-ESR score was established, as the 95% confidence interval (95% CI) of the mean ΔDAS28-ESR between the groups was within the noninferiority limit: -0.04 in favor of the app intervention group (95% CI -0.39, 0.30). The number of rheumatologist consultations was significantly lower in the app intervention group compared to the usual care group (mean ± SD 1.7 ± 1.8 versus 2.8 ± 1.4; visit ratio 0.62 [95% CI 0.47, 0.81]).
    Conclusion: Patient-initiated care supported by smartphone self-monitoring was noninferior to usual care in terms of the ΔDAS28-ESR and led to a 38% reduction in rheumatologist consultations in RA patients with stable low disease activity.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Antirheumatic Agents/therapeutic use ; Smartphone ; Severity of Illness Index ; Treatment Outcome ; Arthritis, Rheumatoid/drug therapy
    Chemical Substances Antirheumatic Agents
    Language English
    Publishing date 2022-09-19
    Publishing country United States
    Document type Randomized Controlled Trial ; Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2756371-6
    ISSN 2326-5205 ; 2326-5191
    ISSN (online) 2326-5205
    ISSN 2326-5191
    DOI 10.1002/art.42292
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  9. Article ; Online: Effectiveness of longstanding exercise therapy compared with usual care for people with rheumatoid arthritis and severe functional limitations: a randomised controlled trial.

    Teuwen, Max M H / van Weely, Salima F E / Vliet Vlieland, Thea P M / van Wissen, Maria A T / Peter, Wilfred F / den Broeder, Alfons A / van Schaardenburg, Dirkjan / van den Hout, Wilbert B / Van den Ende, Cornelia H M / Gademan, Maaike G J

    Annals of the rheumatic diseases

    2024  Volume 83, Issue 4, Page(s) 437–445

    Abstract: Objectives: To compare the effectiveness of longstanding (>52 weeks), supervised exercise therapy with usual care in adults with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and severe functional limitations.: Methods: Participants were randomised 1:1 to the ... ...

    Abstract Objectives: To compare the effectiveness of longstanding (>52 weeks), supervised exercise therapy with usual care in adults with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and severe functional limitations.
    Methods: Participants were randomised 1:1 to the intervention (individualised goal-setting, active exercises, education and self-management regarding physical activity) or usual care. Primary endpoint was the change in the Patient-Specific Complaints activity ranked 1 (PSC1, 0-10) at 52 weeks. Secondary endpoints included the PSC activities ranked 2 and 3 (PSC2, PSC3), Health Assessment Questionnaire-Disability Index (HAQ-DI), Rheumatoid Arthritis Quality of Life Questionnaire (RAQoL), 6-minute walk test (6MWT), Patient Reported Outcome Measurement Information System Physical Function-10 (PROMIS PF-10) and the Short Form-36 Physical and Mental Component Summary Scales (SF-36 PCS and MCS). (Serious) Adverse events (AEs) were recorded. Measurements were done by blinded assessors. Analyses at 52 weeks were based on the intention-to-treat principle.
    Results: In total, 217 people (90% female, age 58.8 (SD 12.9) years) were randomised (n=104 intervention, n=98 usual care available for analyses). At 52 weeks, the improvement of the PSC1 was significantly larger in the intervention group (mean difference (95% CI) -1.7 (-2.4, -1.0)). Except for the SF-36 MCS, all secondary outcomes showed significantly greater improvements favouring the intervention (PSC2 -1.8 (-2.4, -1.1), PSC3 -1.7 (-2.4, -1.0), PROMIS PF-10 +3.09 (1.80, 4.38), HAQ-DI -0.17 (-0.29, -0.06), RAQoL -2.03 (-3.39, -0.69), SF-36 PCS +3.83 (1.49, 6.17) and 6MWT +56 (38, 75) m). One mild, transient AE occurred in the intervention group.
    Conclusion: Longstanding, supervised exercise therapy was more effective than usual care in people with RA and severe functional limitations.
    Trial registration number: Netherlands Trial Register (NL8235), included in the International Clinical Trial Registry Platform (https://trialsearch.who.int/Trial2.aspx?TrialID=NL8235).
    MeSH term(s) Adult ; Humans ; Female ; Middle Aged ; Male ; Quality of Life ; Arthritis, Rheumatoid/drug therapy ; Exercise Therapy ; Exercise ; Surveys and Questionnaires
    Language English
    Publishing date 2024-03-12
    Publishing country England
    Document type Randomized Controlled Trial ; Journal Article
    ZDB-ID 7090-7
    ISSN 1468-2060 ; 0003-4967
    ISSN (online) 1468-2060
    ISSN 0003-4967
    DOI 10.1136/ard-2023-224912
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  10. Article ; Online: Distinction and prognosis of early arthritis phenotypes: an analysis in three European cohorts.

    Sepriano, Alexandre / van Dijk, Bastiaan / Ramiro, Sofia / van der Helm-van Mil, Annette / Combe, Bernard / van Schaardenburg, Dirkjan / de Wit, Maarten / Kent, Alison / Mateus, Elsa / Landewé, Robert

    RMD open

    2023  Volume 9, Issue 4

    Abstract: Objectives: The objective of this study is to evaluate whether there are differences in the long-term prognosis across various phenotypes of early arthritis (EA).: Methods: Three EA cohorts (Reade, Etude et Suivi des Polyarthrites Indifférenciées ... ...

    Abstract Objectives: The objective of this study is to evaluate whether there are differences in the long-term prognosis across various phenotypes of early arthritis (EA).
    Methods: Three EA cohorts (Reade, Etude et Suivi des Polyarthrites Indifférenciées Récentes (ESPOIR) and Early Arthritis Clinic (EAC)) were analysed. Clinical data were collected up to 24 years. Hands and feet radiographs were scored according to the Sharp van der Heijde (SvdH) method. Latent class analysis was applied to determine the EA phenotypes at baseline. Each class received a label reflecting its most prominent features. Prognostic outcomes included Health Assessment Questionnaire (HAQ), Short Form 36 (SF36) and SvdH score. The association between class membership and outcomes over time was tested in multivariable models.
    Results: In total, 390 (Reade), 798 (ESPOIR) and 3991 (EAC) patients were analysed separately. Two classes with symmetrical polyarthritis emerged; one of these labelled as autoimmune inflammatory polyarthritis (AIPA), had high likelihood of acute phase reactants (APR) elevation and autoantibody positivity, while the other (mild-inflammatory polyarthritis; MIPA) had not. A third class had oligoarthritis of upper limbs (OAUL) and could be subdivided into autoimmune OAUL and mild-inflammatory OAUL. A fifth class had oligoarthritis of lower limbs. The SvdH scores were worse in patients with APR/autoantibodies (AIPA) than in those without (MIPA). No clinically meaningful differences across classes in HAQ or SF36 over time were found.
    Conclusion: Radiographic progression over time primarily occurs in EA patients with APR/autoantibodies. The absence of these markers, however, does not necessarily translate into better long-term function and quality of life. Clinicians should not only aim at preventing joint damage, but look beyond structural progression in order to further improve the lives of people with EA.
    MeSH term(s) Humans ; Arthritis, Rheumatoid ; Quality of Life ; Disease Progression ; Prognosis ; Autoantibodies ; Phenotype
    Chemical Substances Autoantibodies
    Language English
    Publishing date 2023-11-01
    Publishing country England
    Document type Journal Article ; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
    ZDB-ID 2812592-7
    ISSN 2056-5933 ; 2056-5933
    ISSN (online) 2056-5933
    ISSN 2056-5933
    DOI 10.1136/rmdopen-2023-003611
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