Publications by authors named "Chiduo Xu"
Background: Non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA) is an early stage of axial spondyloarthritis characterized by the absence of definitive radiographic changes. Interleukin-17 inhibitors (IL-17i) have shown efficacy in treating nr-axSpA, but a significant proportion of patients fail to respond. Identifying predictive biomarkers for IL-17i response is crucial for optimizing treatment strategies.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFA guideline on biomarkers in the diagnosis and evaluation in axial spondyloarthritis.
Front Immunol
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- - The guideline aims to assist in choosing biomarkers for diagnosing and evaluating patients with axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) through a collaboration of experts and evidence-based strategies.
- - A total of 20 recommendations were made, including strong suggestions for HLA-B27 testing and regular monitoring of CRP/ESR, while others focused on potential biomarkers for various clinical purposes.
- - The guideline emphasizes that healthcare professionals should consider costs, accessibility, and patient preferences when selecting tests, and it provides a toolkit of endorsed biomarkers for better clinical decision-making.