Gout News

In an Asian cohort of men, cigarette smoking was associated with a lower risk for developing gout, but no differences in risk were observed in women, according to recently published research.

In a recently published report, the EULAR has updated its 2006 gout management recommendations with 11 key points.

A recently published study of gout patients undergoing urate-lowering therapy revealed 14% of patients knew their treatment goals, despite many patients having high levels of other treatment knowledge.

Obese patients who underwent bariatric surgery showed a significant decrease in serum uric acid levels and decreased xanthine oxidase activity at 6 months after the weight-loss surgery, according to recent research.

The case: A 47-year-old man presents with a 10-year history of gout. He is interested in the prevention of further attacks because these have been increasing in frequency and severity during the past year. He currently takes tramadol, if needed, for pain.

Healio Rheumatology features the top five stories and videos from the EULAR Annual Congress. More of Healio Rheumatology’s live coverage, including video interviews with researchers, can be found by clicking here.

Recently published data indicated the emergency department visit rates for gout increased among adults in the United States, especially for patients aged 45 years to 54 years.

LONDON — Hyperuricemia increased cardiovascular disease mortality risk in patients with gout and existing cardiovascular disease, according to data presented here at the EULAR Annual Congress.

During the course of nearly 2 decades, primary hospitalization rates for gout increased substantially while those for rheumatoid arthritis decreased in the United States, according to results.

When it comes to managing gout and controlling painful flares, a new survey from the Gout and Uric Acid Education Society showed many Americans with gout may be placing too much emphasis on controlling their diet.