Rheumatology

EDITORIALS:

W. van Lankveld, M. Franssen, and A. Stenger

Gerontorheumatology: the challenge to meet health-care demands for the elderly with musculoskeletal conditions
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 3, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 419-422; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh555 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

L. R. Wedderburn, P. Woo, and R. G. Hull

Paediatric rheumatology: a bright future in the UK and Europe
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 16, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 423-425; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh574 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

REVIEWS:

P. Härle, T. Bongartz, J. Schölmerich, U. Müller-Ladner, and R. H. Straub

Predictive and potentially predictive factors in early arthritis: a multidisciplinary approach
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 16, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 426-433; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh530 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

S. Ferreira, D. P. D'Cruz, and G. R. V. Hughes

Multiple sclerosis, neuropsychiatric lupus and antiphospholipid syndrome: where do we stand?
Rheumatology Advance Access published on January 11, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 434-442; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh532 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [CME/CE] [Request Permissions]  

BASIC SCIENCE:

K. Migita, T. Miyashita, Y. Maeda, M. Nakamura, H. Yatsuhashi, H. Ishibashi, and K. Eguchi

An active metabolite of leflunomide, A77 1726, inhibits the production of serum amyloid A protein in human hepatocytes
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 3, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 443-448; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh462 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

L. J. Dawson, V. L. Caulfield, J. B. Stanbury, A. E. Field, S. E. Christmas, and P. M. Smith

Hydroxychloroquine therapy in patients with primary Sjögren's syndrome may improve salivary gland hypofunction by inhibition of glandular cholinesterase
Rheumatology Advance Access published on December 8, 2004
Rheumatology 2005 44: 449-455; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh506 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

T. Ichiseki, A. Kaneuji, S. Katsuda, Y. Ueda, T. Sugimori, and T. Matsumoto

DNA oxidation injury in bone early after steroid administration is involved in the pathogenesis of steroid-induced osteonecrosis
Rheumatology Advance Access published on December 14, 2004
Rheumatology 2005 44: 456-460; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh518 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

CLINICAL:

H. L. Hoeksma, J. Dekker, H. K. Ronday, F. C. Breedveld, and C. H. M. Van den Ende

Manual therapy in osteoarthritis of the hip: outcome in subgroups of patients
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 3, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 461-464; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh482 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

P. Durez, F. Van den Bosch, L. Corluy, E. M. Veys, L. De Clerck, A. Peretz, M. Malaise, J.-P. Devogelaer, N. Vastesaeger, A. Geldhof, and R. Westhovens

A dose adjustment in patients with rheumatoid arthritis not optimally responding to a standard dose of infliximab of 3 mg/kg every 8 weeks can be effective: a Belgian prospective study
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 3, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 465-468; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh494 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

C. A. Speed and A. J. Crisp

Referrals to hospital-based rheumatology and orthopaedic services: seeking direction
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 16, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 469-471; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh504 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

M. Flendrie, M. C. W. Creemers, P. M. J. Welsing, and P. L. C. M. van Riel

The influence of previous and concomitant leflunomide on the efficacy and safety of infliximab therapy in patients with rheumatoid arthritis; a longitudinal observational study
Rheumatology Advance Access published on December 14, 2004
Rheumatology 2005 44: 472-478; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh508 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] Supplementary Data [Request Permissions]  

J. Narváez, J. A. Narváez, J. M. Nolla, E. Sirvent, D. Reina, and J. Valverde

Giant cell arteritis and polymyalgia rheumatica: usefulness of vascular magnetic resonance imaging studies in the diagnosis of aortitis
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 16, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 479-483; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh513 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

B. Bertipaglia, E. Faggin, U. Cillo, G. Zanus, A. Angelini, and P. Pauletto

Is apoptosis of vascular smooth muscle cells involved in the development of Takayasu arteritis? Suggestions from a case report
Rheumatology Advance Access published on December 14, 2004
Rheumatology 2005 44: 484-487; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh515 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

P. B. Furspan, S. Chatterjee, M. D. Mayes, and R. R. Freedman

Cooling-induced contraction and protein tyrosine kinase activity of isolated arterioles in secondary Raynaud's phenomenon
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 3, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 488-494; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh517 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

L. Harper and C. O. Savage

ANCA-associated renal vasculitis at the end of the twentieth century—a disease of older patients
Rheumatology Advance Access published on December 21, 2004
Rheumatology 2005 44: 495-501; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh522 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [CME/CE] Supplementary Data [Request Permissions]  

A. Bilberg, M. Ahlmén, and K. Mannerkorpi

Moderately intensive exercise in a temperate pool for patients with rheumatoid arthritis: a randomized controlled study
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 22, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 502-508; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh528 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

C. S. McCabe, R. C. Haigh, P. W. Halligan, and D. R. Blake

Simulating sensory–motor incongruence in healthy volunteers: implications for a cortical model of pain
Rheumatology Advance Access published on January 11, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 509-516; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh529 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

S. Stagi, T. Giani, G. Simonini, and F. Falcini

Thyroid function, autoimmune thyroiditis and coeliac disease in juvenile idiopathic arthritis
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 3, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 517-520; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh531 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

S. Solovieva, T. Vehmas, H. Riihimäki, K. Luoma, and P. Leino-Arjas

Hand use and patterns of joint involvement in osteoarthritis. A comparison of female dentists and teachers
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 22, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 521-528; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh534 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] Supplementary data [Request Permissions]  

I. Ryans, A. Montgomery, R. Galway, W. G. Kernohan, and R. McKane

A randomized controlled trial of intra-articular triamcinolone and/or physiotherapy in shoulder capsulitis
Rheumatology Advance Access published on January 18, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 529-535; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh535 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

S. Shetty, T. L. Moore, S. Jackson, D. Brettle, and A. L. Herrick

A pilot study of acetic acid iontophoresis and ultrasound in the treatment of systemic sclerosis-related calcinosis
Rheumatology Advance Access published on January 11, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 536-538; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh536 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

T. R. Zijlstra, M. A. F. J. van de Laar, H. J. Bernelot Moens, E. Taal, L. Zakraoui, and J. J. Rasker

Spa treatment for primary fibromyalgia syndrome: a combination of thalassotherapy, exercise and patient education improves symptoms and quality of life
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 3, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 539-546; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh537 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

C. P. Kang, K. W. Lee, D. H. Yoo, C. Kang, and S. C. Bae

The influence of a polymorphism at position –857 of the tumour necrosis factor gene on clinical response to etanercept therapy in rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 3, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 547-552; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh550 [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

GUIDELINES:

T. Kennedy, C. McCabe, G. Struthers, H. Sinclair, K. Chakravaty, D. Bax, M. Shipley, R. Abernethy, T. Palferman, and R. Hull

BSR guidelines on standards of care for persons with rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 22, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 553-556; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh554 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR:

CASE REPORTS:

B. Stoddart, J. A. T. Sandoe, and M. Denton

Corynebacterium striatum endocarditis masquerading as connective tissue disorders
Rheumatology Advance Access published on December 14, 2004
Rheumatology 2005 44: 557-558; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh519 [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

O. Fruchter and Y. Edoute

First presentation of systemic lupus erythematosus following ultraviolet radiation exposure in an artificial tanning device
Rheumatology Advance Access published on December 21, 2004
Rheumatology 2005 44: 558-559; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh523 [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

S. E. Green, S. M. Linton, J. R. Harding, and R. Attanoos

Raynaud's phenomenon associated with Kimura's disease
Rheumatology Advance Access published on December 21, 2004
Rheumatology 2005 44: 559-561; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh525 [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF] Supplementary Data [Request Permissions]  

H. Tahir, J. Rohrer, A. Bhatia, W. A. Wegener, and D. A. Isenberg

Humanized anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody in the treatment of severe resistant systemic lupus erythematosus in a patient with antibodies against rituximab
Rheumatology Advance Access published on January 11, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 561-562; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh533 [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

A. Anandacoomarasamy, G. Howe, and N. Manolios

Advanced refractory polymyositis responding to infliximab
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 3, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 562-563; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh539 [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

R. Manna, E. Verrecchia, M. Diaco, M. Montalto, G. Cammarota, and G. Gasbarrini

Folic acid supplementation during methotrexate treatment: nonsense?
Rheumatology Advance Access published on January 18, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 563-564; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh541 [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

BOOK REVIEWS:

F. Dell'Accio

CARTILAGE and OSTEOARTHRITIS, VOLUMES 1 AND 2. Edited by M. Sabatini, P. Pastoreau and F. De Ceunink. $125.00 per volume. Humana Press, Totowa (NJ), 2004. 357 pp. (Vol. 1); 343 pp. (Vol. 2). ISBN 1-58829-247-9/158829-505-2.
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 3, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 565; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh526 [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

J. R. Kalden

OXFORD TEXTBOOK OF RHEUMATOLOGY, 3rd edition. Edited by D. A. Isenberg, P. J. Madison, P. Woo, D. Klars and F. C. Breedveld. Price £225.00 (hardback). Oxford University Press, Oxford, 2004. 1300 pp. ISBN 0-19-850948-0.
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 16, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 565; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh540 [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

J. S. H. Gaston and J. R. Kalden

THE YEAR IN RHEUMATIC DISORDERS, VOLUME 4. Edited by R. Madhok and H. Capell. Price £59.99/$99.95. Clinical Publishing, Oxford, 2004. 280 pp. ISBN 1904392-29-6.
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 22, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 565-566; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh546 [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

D. Elewaut

KELLEY'S TEXTBOOK OF RHEUMATOLOGY, 7th edition (in 2 volumes). Edited by E. D. Harris Jr, R. C. Budd, G. S. Firestein et al. Elsevier Saunders, 2004. 1916 pp. ISBN 0721601413.
Rheumatology Advance Access published on February 16, 2005
Rheumatology 2005 44: 566; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh563 [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

OBITUARY:

G. Hughes

Aziz Gharvi
Rheumatology 2005 44: 567; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh564 [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

ROBIN GOODFELLOW:

Robin Goodfellow (44-4)
Rheumatology 2005 44: 568; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh628 [Extract] [FREE Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

ERRATA:

Erratum
Rheumatology 2005 44: 569; doi:10.1093/rheumatology/keh629 [Extract] [Full Text] [PDF] [Request Permissions]  

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