CLINICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL RHEUMATOLOGY
Scope & Guideline
Elevating research standards in clinical practice.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Rheumatic Disease Mechanisms:
The journal emphasizes the exploration of underlying mechanisms of rheumatic diseases, including immune responses, inflammatory pathways, and genetic predispositions, to enhance understanding and treatment strategies. - Clinical Trials and Therapeutics:
A significant focus is placed on clinical trials for new therapeutics, including biologics and small molecules, aimed at improving patient outcomes in various rheumatic conditions. - Patient-Centered Care:
Research related to patient-reported outcomes, quality of life, and the psychosocial aspects of living with rheumatic diseases is highlighted, underscoring the importance of holistic care. - Emerging Technologies in Rheumatology:
The journal encourages studies that utilize advanced technologies such as imaging techniques, biomarkers, and machine learning to improve diagnosis and management of rheumatic diseases. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
The scope includes interdisciplinary research that integrates insights from immunology, genetics, and epidemiology to inform clinical practices and public health policies.
Trending and Emerging
- Personalized Medicine:
There is a growing emphasis on personalized treatment strategies in rheumatology, driven by genetic and biomarker research that aims to tailor therapies to individual patient profiles. - Mental Health and Chronic Pain:
Research exploring the intersection of mental health and chronic pain conditions, particularly in fibromyalgia and other rheumatic diseases, is increasingly prominent, highlighting the need for comprehensive care. - Impact of COVID-19:
The ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on rheumatic disease patients, including vaccine responses and disease management challenges, have led to a surge in related research. - Telemedicine and Remote Patient Monitoring:
The incorporation of telemedicine and digital health solutions in rheumatology has emerged as a key focus area, reflecting changes in patient care delivery models during and after the pandemic. - Novel Biomarkers and Imaging Techniques:
There is a trend towards the identification and validation of novel biomarkers and advanced imaging techniques to enhance diagnostic accuracy and monitor disease progression.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Pharmacological Treatments:
There appears to be a waning interest in traditional pharmacological approaches, such as corticosteroids and older DMARDs, as newer biologics and targeted therapies gain prominence in clinical research. - Epidemiological Studies:
While epidemiology remains important, the volume of purely descriptive epidemiological studies has decreased, possibly due to a shift towards more mechanistic or intervention-focused research. - Basic Science Studies:
There has been a noticeable reduction in purely basic science studies that do not directly translate to clinical applications, as the journal increasingly prioritizes translational research.
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