| Effective use of TNF antagonists. | |
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PMID: 15228618 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Tumor necrosis factor (TNF) antagonists are biologic response modifiers that have significantly improved functional outcomes in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). RA is a progressive disease in which structural joint damage can continue to develop even in the face of symptomatic relief. Before the introduction of biologic agents, the management of RA involved the use of disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) early in the course of disease. This focus on early treatment, combined with the availability of the anti-TNF agents, has contributed to a shift in treatment paradigms favoring the early and timely use of DMARDs with biologic therapies. Improvement in symptom control does not always equate to a reduction in disease progression or disability. With the emergence of structure-related outcome measures as the primary means for assessing the effectiveness of antirheumatic agents, the regular use of X-rays is recommended for the continued monitoring and evaluation of patients. In addition to the control of symptoms and improvement in physical function, a reduction in erosions and joint-space narrowing should be considered among the goals of therapy, leading to a better quality of life. Adherence to therapy is an important element in optimizing outcomes. Durability of therapy with anti-TNF agents as reported from clinical trials can also be achieved in the clinical setting. Concomitant methotrexate therapy might be important in maintaining TNF antagonist therapy in the long term. Overall, the TNF antagonists have led to improvements in clinical and radiographic outcomes in patients with RA, especially those who have failed to show a complete response to methotrexate. |
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Authors:
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David Yocum |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Review Date: 2004-06-21 |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Arthritis research & therapy Volume: 6 Suppl 2 ISSN: 1478-6362 ISO Abbreviation: Arthritis Res. Ther. Publication Date: 2004 |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2004-07-01 Completed Date: 2005-10-03 Revised Date: 2010-09-20 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 101154438 Medline TA: Arthritis Res Ther Country: England |
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Languages: eng Pagination: S24-30 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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University of Arizona Arthritis Center, Tucson, AZ, USA. yocum@u.arizona.edu |
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Descriptor/Qualifier:
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Antirheumatic Agents
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therapeutic use* Arthritis, Rheumatoid / drug therapy* Humans Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha / antagonists & inhibitors* |
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0/Antirheumatic Agents; 0/Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha |
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