Gout May Up Risk for Progression of Chronic Kidney Disease
Gout more than doubles the risk for end-stage kidney disease.
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Gout Linked to Increased Risk for Venous Thromboembolism
Venous thromboembolism risk similar for patients with gout regardless of urate-lowering therapy.
Risk for Chronic Pain May Be Doubled in Patients With Gout
A diagnosis of incident or new chronic pain may be twice as likely in patients with vs without gout.
Anakinra May Be Effective for Treatment of Acute Gout Flares
Researchers evaluated the efficacy and safety of anakinra for the treatment of acute gout flares.
Patients With Sleep Apnea Have Increased Gout Risk
Among OSA patients, risk for developing gout is highest 1 to 2 years after the index date.
Case Study: White Paste Found After Ankle Aspiration
A 53-year-old obese man with a history of diabetes and hypertension presents with migratory bilateral ankle pain that is worse on the left side.
Panel Issues Consensus Statement on Management of Gouty Arthritis of the Foot and Ankle
An expert panel evaluated 23 separate statements related to the etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of gout.
Failure to Meet Optimal Urate Levels Increases Mortality Risk in Gout
Patients with gout who did not reach a serum uric acid level below 6 mg/dL had a 2.4-fold increased risk for death.
Gout Outcomes Favorable With Nurse-Led Care
In a British study, nurse-led care emphasizing patient education and engagement significantly improved the proportion of gout sufferers who achieved target serum urate levels.
Allopurinol Dose Escalation for Gout Does Not Improve Mortality
Linked to small increase in mortality; at 2 years, 31% of dose escalators achieved serum urate goal.
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