Abstract Number: 035 • 2020 Pediatric Rheumatology Symposium
The Childhood and Rheumatology Research Alliance Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and Related Disorders Cohort
Background/Purpose: Optimal therapy in childhood onset systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) lack sufficient data to support clinical decision making. To address this knowledge gap, the Childhood…Abstract Number: 056 • 2020 Pediatric Rheumatology Symposium
Non-criteria Antiphospholipid Antibodies Associated with Pediatric Rheumatic Disease: A Single-Center Case Series
Background/Purpose: Non-criteria antiphospholipid antibodies (NC-aPL) bind molecules such as phosphatidylethanolamine (PE), phosphatidylserine (PS), and prothrombin (Pt), but not the targets of routine antiphospholipid (aPL) testing…Abstract Number: 2413 • 2018 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Pregnancy Outcomes in Mixed Connective Tissue Disease: Results from a Multicentre Cohort Study
Background/Purpose: Mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD) is characterized by signs and symptoms of a combination of disorders, primarily systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), scleroderma and polymyositis…Abstract Number: 2698 • 2018 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Renal Involvement in Mixed Connective Tissue Disease: A Single Center Experience
Background/Purpose: Kidney injury in mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD) is an uncommon manifestation. Prevalence has been reported to be <4% in some cohorts. The frequency…Abstract Number: 339 • 2017 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Patients’ Attitudes and Experiences of Transitional Care in Paediatric Rheumatology: A Systematic Review of Qualitative Studies
Background/Purpose: Despite the increasing number of transition programs available for rheumatology patients moving from paediatric to adult care, transition continues to pose challenges for patients…Abstract Number: 1639 • 2017 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Longitudinal Evolution in a Nationwide Cohort Originally Classified As Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
Background/Purpose: Ever since Mixed Connective Tissue Disease was presented as a distinct entity in 1972, it has been discussed whether MCTD represents an undifferentiated, transient…Abstract Number: 2094 • 2017 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Prevalence of Organ Involvement in Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
Background/Purpose: : Mixed connective tissue disease (MCTD) is characterized by overlapping features of SLE, SSc, PM/DM and rheumatoid arthritis together with the presence of high-titre…Abstract Number: 409 • 2015 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Disease Activity, Disease Damage and Predictive Factors in Juvenile Onset Mixed Connective Tissue Disease – a Norwegian Nationwide Study
Background/Purpose: Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD) is a rare rheumatic disease with overlapping features from Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) and Polymyositis. Juvenile…Abstract Number: 1263 • 2015 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Applications of Protein Microarray for Saliva Diagnostics in Autoimmune Diseases
Background/Purpose: There have been many reports showing that saliva could be a source of biomarkers capable of detecting certain diseases. However, very few studies have…Abstract Number: 1299 • 2014 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
A Cross-Sectional Study of Mental Health Symptoms and Mental Health Care in Pediatric SLE/MCTD Patients and Their Peers
Background/Purpose: Mental health problems are prevalent in pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). We aimed to compare the rates of mental health problems and mental health…Abstract Number: 2703 • 2014 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Elevated Serum Levels of Endostatin in Mixed Connective Tissue Disease – Association with Pulmonary Fibrosis and Digital Ulcers
Background/Purpose Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD) is a chronic, immune-mediated disorder defined by the combined presence of serum anti-RNP antibodies and selected clinical features of…Abstract Number: 2588 • 2013 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Pulmonary Hypertension In Patients With Anti-U1-RNP Antibodies
Background/Purpose: Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in patients with connective tissue diseases (CTD). Patients with anti-U1-RNP antibodies belong to…Abstract Number: 2034 • 2013 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Does Mixed Connective Tissue Disease Or Sharp’s Syndrome Really Exist?
Background/Purpose: The existence of Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD) has often been discussed in literature and its diagnostic criteria are very heterogeneous. Anti-U1-RNP antibodies are…Abstract Number: 1928 • 2012 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Evaluating the Therapeutic Effects of B Cell Depletion Therapy with Rituximab in a Longitudinal Cohort of Mixed Connective Tissue Disease Patients
Background/Purpose: Even though 40 years have passed since MCTD was defined as a distinct disorder, there is still no evidence based therapy available. The choice…