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RA Outcomes Improved in KURAMA Cohort

Ten-year observational data showed lower disease activity and functional disability coinciding with broader use of biologic and targeted synthetic therapies.

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  • Andrea Surnit

  • May 22, 2026

  • 4 min

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Objective:

To analyze the long-term outcomes of patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in the KURAMA cohort over a 10-year period.

Key Findings:
  • Include detail about methotrexate use remaining above 60% throughout the study period.
Interpretation:

Remove unsupported conclusions regarding the sensitivity of the Disease Activity Score 28-C-reactive protein.

Limitations:
  • Explicitly mention the lack of generalizability due to the single-center nature of the study.
Conclusion:

Remove unsupported summary statements about the transition of therapeutic strategies.

Original Source(s)

RA Outcomes Improved in KURAMA Cohort

  • by Andrea Surnit

  • May 22, 2026

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