Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic disease characterised by inflammation of the synovial tissue in joints, which can lead to joint destruction. The primary goal of the treatment is to control pain and inflammation, reduce joint damage and disability, and maintain or improve physical function and quality of life. The present review is aimed at providing a critical analysis of the recent literature on the novelties in the treatment of RA, with a particular focus on the most relevant studies published over the last year.

One year in review 2017: novelties in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis

Luciano, Nicoletta;
2017-01-01

Abstract

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic disease characterised by inflammation of the synovial tissue in joints, which can lead to joint destruction. The primary goal of the treatment is to control pain and inflammation, reduce joint damage and disability, and maintain or improve physical function and quality of life. The present review is aimed at providing a critical analysis of the recent literature on the novelties in the treatment of RA, with a particular focus on the most relevant studies published over the last year.
2017
Antirheumatic Agents
Arthritis
Rheumatoid
Disability Evaluation
Drug Substitution
Drug Therapy
Combination
Humans
Quality of Life
Recovery of Function
Remission Induction
Severity of Illness Index
Treatment Outcome
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