Burden of rheumatic diseases among people with diabetes: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Diabetes mellitus type 2 (DM2) is a prevalent metabolic condition affecting over 500 million people globally and associated with serious comorbidities, including various rheumatologic conditions. Some studies have reported a significant association between rheumatological conditions and DM2. However, the global burden of rheumatological conditions among people with DM2 remains unknown.

Genetic and allelic heterogeneity in 248 Indians with skeletal dysplasia.

Skeletal dysplasias are a clinically and genetically heterogeneous group of rare disorders. Studies from large cohorts are essential to provide insights into the disease epidemiology, phenotypic spectrum, and mutational profiles. Here we enumerate additional 248 Indians from 197 families with a skeletal dysplasia, following a similar study earlier.

Immunomodulatory Effects of SGLT2 Inhibitors and Metformin in Managing Rheumatic Diseases: A Narrative Review.

Limited studies summarise the immunomodulatory effects of SGLT2 inhibitors and Metformin in managing rheumatic diseases. The present narrative review aims to fill this knowledge gap by gathering information based on existing clinical evidence. A narrative review was conducted in November 2023 to identify studies investigating the impact of SGLT2 inhibitors and Metformin on rheumatic diseases.

Catatonia in Juvenile Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Case Series.

Neuropsychiatric systemic lupus erythematosus (NPSLE) presents a significant diagnostic and therapeutic challenge due to its varied clinical manifestations. The prevalence of NPSLE ranges widely, reported between 37% and 95% in different case series, reflecting this condition's complex and heterogeneous nature. Here we report three cases of juvenile systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) presenting with catatonia as a rare neuropsychiatric manifestation.

Multicentric Osteolysis Nodulosis and Arthropathy (MONA): A Case Series and Review of the Literature.

Multicentric Osteolysis Nodulosis and Arthropathy (MONA) is a rare skeletal disorder driven by mutations in the MMP2 gene, leading to bone and joint degradation. This case series presents three unique MONA cases, highlighting clinical, radiological, and genetic aspects. These insights shed light on the complexities of MONA, aiding early diagnosis and multidisciplinary management.

Decoding Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Rheumatology.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is not a newcomer in medicine. It has been employed for image analysis, disease diagnosis, drug discovery, and improving overall patient care. ChatGPT (Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer, Inc.