RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
A1 Vinall, Maria
T1 Guideline Updates
JF MD Conference Express
YR 2011
FD SAGE Publications
VO 11
IS 13
SP 8
OP 10
DO 10.1177/155989771113002
UL http://mdc.sagepub.com/content/11/13/8.abstract
AB Each year at its annual meeting, the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) introduces new or updated evidenced-based clinical practice recommendations that reflect recent clinical trial results and/or incorporate newly approved treatments. This article discusses updated recommendations for the use of nonbiologic and biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs for rheumatoid arthritis, as well as new guidelines for the management of lupus nephritis.