IgA nephropathy associated with ankylosing spondylitis: occurrence in women as well as in men

Article Abstract:

One male and one female patient suffering from ankylosing spondylitis, the inflammation of the joints between the vertebrae, also suffered from inflammation of the kidney capillaries. The female patient is the first reported case to suffered both conditions concurrently. Contrary to previously reported cases, her kidney problems preceded her joint problems. Women suffering from this complex of symptoms may be overlooked because the joint problems are less severe in women than in men.

Complications and side effects, Risk factors, Kidneys, Spinal diseases, Inflammation, Kidney, Glomerulonephritis

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Open label trial of anakinra in active ankylosing spondylitis over 24 weeks

Article Abstract:

The therapeutic effects of anakinra in patients with active non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs refractory ankylosing spondylitis are examined.

Germany, Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical preparations, Injectible Drugs & Preparations, Dosage and administration, Injectable drugs, Anakinra (Medication)

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No evidence for involvement of the Toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4) A896 and CD14-C260T polymorphisms in susceptibility to ankylosing spondylitis

Article Abstract:

The role of bacteria in the pathogenesis of ankylosing spondylitis is examined.

Netherlands, Bacteria, Pathogenic, Pathogenic bacteria

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