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ACR on Air

The Clinical Year in Preview

Dec 19, 2023
Rheumatology experts Joan Bathon and Jill Buyon discuss upcoming abstracts in the field. Topics include the use of AI, steroid use, hydroxychloroquine dosing, preventing RA in lupus, pregnancy in lupus, and methotrexate dosing.
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  • Machine learning shows promise in providing a less time-consuming alternative for assessing RA progression
  • Minimizing steroid use in lupus treatment is crucial for younger patients and those at risk for cardiovascular complications

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Artificial Intelligence in Rheumatoid Arthritis Diagnosis

In a recent study, Canadian researchers used machine learning to interpret hand X-rays of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. The machine learning model successfully identified joints with high accuracy, but had more difficulty distinguishing erosions and joint space narrowing. Nevertheless, this technology shows promise in providing a less time-consuming alternative to the Sharp Vanderharty score, which is currently used for assessing RA progression.

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