Abstract Number: 1058 • ACR Convergence 2020
The Relationship of Different Muscle Enzymes in Adult Myositis Patients
Background/Purpose: Muscle enzymes are a core set measure (CSM) in clinical trials. The 2016 ACR/EULAR myositis response criteria and the IMACS definition of improvement recommend…Abstract Number: 1276 • 2019 ACR/ARP Annual Meeting
Myositis Specific Antibodies and Clinical Features in Patients from Argentina
Background/Purpose: To know the frequency of myositis specific antibodies (MSAs) and myositis associated antibodies( MAAs) and their relation with clinical features in patients with idiopathic…Abstract Number: 2161 • 2017 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Comparison of Clinical Characteristics between African American and Caucasian Patients with Polymyositis and Dermatomyositis and Their Response to Conventional Treatment
Background/Purpose: Prior studies have shown that increased age at diagnosis and non-Caucasian race are associated with lower survival in polymyositis and dermatomyositis (PM/DM). However, itÕs…Abstract Number: 2174 • 2017 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Investigating Exercise- and Crossfit-Induced Rhabdomyolysis: Data from a Community Healthcare System
Background/Purpose: The work-up of elevated muscle enzymes is a common reason for rheumatology consults. The differential diagnosis of rhabdomyolysis includes trauma, exertion, hereditary myopathies, drugs,…Abstract Number: 1972 • 2016 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Creatine Kinase in the United States Population: Impact of Demographics, Comorbidities and Body Composition on the Normal Range
Background/Purpose: The accurate interpretation of creatine kinase (CK) values is critical as this laboratory measure guides the workup of suspected myopathies. Incidentally discovered CK elevation…Abstract Number: 913 • 2014 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Long Term Outcomes of Patients with Moderate Creatine Kinase (CK) Elevation Seen in a Rheumatology Clinic
Background/Purpose: Asymptomatic or mildly symptomatic patients with moderate creatine kinase (CK) elevation are commonly referred to rheumatologists. In patients without a clearly established diagnosis, the…
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