Abstract Number: 0333 • ACR Convergence 2024
Predictors of Transplant-Free Survival in Idiopathic Inflammatory Myopathies- associated Interstitial Lung Disease
Background/Purpose: Lung involvement is the most common and severe extra-muscular manifestation of Idiopathic Inflammatory Myopathies (IIM). Early identification of patients at risk for lung transplant…Abstract Number: 0733 • ACR Convergence 2024
Inpatient Outcomes in ANCA-Associated Vasculitis: An In-Depth Cross-Sectional Analysis Using NIS Data (2016-2020)
Background/Purpose: Antineutrophilic cytoplasmic antibody (ANCA)-associated vasculitides (AAV) are a heterogeneous group of rare autoimmune conditions characterized by inflammation of blood vessels, leading to various clinical…Abstract Number: 1995 • ACR Convergence 2024
Use of Abatacept for the Treatment of Severe Immune-related Adverse Events from Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors for Cancer: A Case Series
Background/Purpose: Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICI) antagonize CTLA-4, PD-1, PD-L1, and Lag-3 to stimulate the immune system to treat cancer but may also cause immune-related adverse…Abstract Number: 2456 • ACR Convergence 2024
High Levels of Circulating IFNα Are Associated with Increased Mortality in Patients with Diffuse Cutaneous Systemic Sclerosis
Background/Purpose: Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a connective tissue disease characterized by skin and organ fibrosis, autoimmunity, and vasculopathy. Although its pathophysiology remains unclear, recent data…Abstract Number: 0339 • ACR Convergence 2024
Clinical Characteristics Associated with Inpatient Mortality in Dermatomyositis Patients: A Single Center Retrospective Cohort Study
Background/Purpose: Dermatomyositis (DM) is a rare autoimmune disease associated with higher rates of hospitalization, longer lengths of stay, higher mean hospitalization costs, and increased inpatient…Abstract Number: 0986 • ACR Convergence 2024
State-and-County-Level Social Vulnerability Index and Trends in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus-Related Mortality in the U.S
Background/Purpose: Epidemiological studies have shown significant health disparities in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) developed the social vulnerability…Abstract Number: 2031 • ACR Convergence 2024
A Contemporary Assessment of the Burden of Malignancy in IgG4-Related Disease
Background/Purpose: IgG4-related disease (IgG4-RD) is a fibro-inflammatory disorder that can affect nearly any organ. Because of the often tumefactive nature of IgG4-RD and its typical…Abstract Number: 2467 • ACR Convergence 2024
Elderly Systemic Sclerosis. Clinical Presentation and Outcome
Background/Purpose: Immunosenescence refers to the gradual deterioration of the immune system associated with aging, leading to an increased incidence of infections, cancer, and autoimmune diseases.…Abstract Number: 0487 • ACR Convergence 2024
The Triglyceride to HDL Ratio, a Surrogate Marker of Insulin Resistance, Predicts All Cause and Cardiovascular Mortality in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Background/Purpose: The triglyceride to HDL cholesterol (TG/HDL) ratio, a recognized surrogate marker of insulin resistance, has emerged as a predictor of cardiovascular (CV) risk. However,…Abstract Number: 0998 • ACR Convergence 2024
Trends and Disparities in Cardiovascular Deaths in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Population-Based Retrospective Study in the United States from 1999 to 2021
Background/Purpose: This study aimed to analyze two decades of consecutive mortality data to investigate cardiovascular deaths in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) across the United States…Abstract Number: 2129 • ACR Convergence 2024
Fracture Risk Assessment Tool (FRAX®) Scores Predict Mortality in Community-Dwelling Elderlies
Background/Purpose: The World Health Organization Fracture Risk Assessment Tool (FRAX®) was developed to estimate the 10-year absolute probability of osteoporotic fractures among the general population.…Abstract Number: 2476 • ACR Convergence 2024
The Impact of Systemic Sclerosis Manifestations on Survival and Humanistic Burden: A Targeted Literature Review
Background/Purpose: Systemic sclerosis (SSc) is a rare autoimmune disease with multiple disease manifestations, including cutaneous fibrosis, musculoskeletal inflammation, Raynaud phenomenon, calcinosis and digital ulceration. Internal…Abstract Number: 0490 • ACR Convergence 2024
Improvements in Peri-fracture Care in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Have Offset Increased Mortality
Background/Purpose: Hip or pelvis fractures (HOP) are common osteoporotic fractures (OP) with significant risks of medical complications, placement into care, reduced quality of life and…Abstract Number: 1033 • ACR Convergence 2024
Osteoporosis and Cardiovascular Disease: Mortality Trends Among Adults in the United States from 1999 to 2020
Background/Purpose: Osteoporosis and cardiovascular disease (CVD) represent significant public health concerns. This study investigates the trends and demographic disparities in mortality due to osteoporosis and…Abstract Number: 2148 • ACR Convergence 2024
Impact of Hip Fractures in the Elderly Population: Functional Status, Readmission, and One-Year Mortality
Background/Purpose: Osteoporosis is a common condition in elderly patients. Associated hip fractures lead to the appearance of various complications and increased mortality. The objective of…
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