The hedgehog signaling pathway plays a key role in growth and differentiation of chondrocytes. Could blocking this pathway curb joint damage and slow progression of osteoarthritis? Nature Reviews Rheumatology
Tune in with Drs. Strand, Terkeltaub, and Kavanaugh in a discussion on the pathophysiology of rheumatoid arthritis and the role of cytokines, and new and emerging biologic therapies. Medscape Rheumatology
Among older adults with chronic pain, short-term treatment with opioids is effective and rarely results in abuse, but it does decrease mental functioning, a new meta-analysis found. Medscape Medical News
The risk of developing non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is increased in certain, but not all, autoimmune disorders, according to a report in the April 15th issue of Blood. Reuters Health Information
