Publications by authors named "Rania Ben Aissa"
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates the presence of hidden inflammation (synovitis and enthesitis) in psoriasis patients compared to healthy individuals, using ultrasound (US) to assess the condition of joints and tendons.
- Results show that psoriasis patients experienced significantly higher rates of enthesitis (92.5%) compared to controls (40%), indicating more inflammation in their joints and tendons.
- The findings suggest that US could help detect early signs of inflammation in psoriasis patients, but larger studies are needed to confirm its predictive value for developing psoriatic arthritis (PsA).
Objective: The purpose of this study was to describe the distribution of Anterior Chest Wall (ACW) arthropathies in a tertiary care center and identify clinical, biological and imaging findings to differentiate osteoarthritis (OA) from non-osteoarthritis (N-OA) etiologies.
Methods: Search from medical records from January 2009 to April 2022, including patients with manubriosternal and/or sternoclavicular and/or sternocostal joint changes confirmed by ultrasonography, computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging. The final study group was divided into OA and N-OA subgroups.
Low back pain in pregnant women: A necessary or an avoidable evil?
Musculoskeletal Care
September 2023
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to assess the prevalence, main features, and risk factors of lower back pain (LBP) in pregnant women during their third trimester.
- Out of 173 participants, 62.4% experienced LBP, with a significant link to prior LBP history in previous pregnancies and jobs requiring prolonged standing.
- Findings suggest that while a history of LBP and a sedentary lifestyle increase risk, gestational complications and proper rest may serve as protective factors against LBP during pregnancy.