by telrheum | Aug 9, 2024 | IgG4-Related Diseases, Autoimmune Diseases, Pancreatitis
This study looked at a disease called IgG4-related disease (IgG4-RD), which is a condition where the immune system attacks various organs, leading to inflammation and damage. One of the most common places this happens is in the pancreas, which is known as autoimmune...
by telrheum | May 27, 2024 | Autoimmune Diseases, Biologic Therapy, IgG4-Related Diseases, JAK Inhibitor
The article “Successful Treatment of Refractory IgG4-Related Disease with Tofacitinib: Experiences from 7 Patients” presents a study conducted at Peking University People’s Hospital. The study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of tofacitinib, a Janus...
by telrheum | May 25, 2024 | IgG4-Related Diseases, Low Complements
Background IgG4-related disease (IgG4-RD) is an autoimmune condition that can affect various organs. Some patients with IgG4-RD have low levels of complement proteins in their blood. This study aimed to compare the characteristics and disease activity of IgG4-RD...