[Early rheumatoid arthritis (ERA) diagnosis]

Area of Science:

• Rheumatology
• Immunology
• Medical Imaging

Background:

• Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) diagnosis traditionally relies on ARA criteria, often requiring radiological erosions for confirmation.
• The concept of early rheumatoid arthritis (ERA) emerged due to suboptimal treatment outcomes in established RA.
• The

Purpose of the Study:

• To define the

Main Methods:

• Advanced imaging techniques like MRI and musculoskeletal ultrasonography (MSU).
• Novel serologic and inflammatory markers.
• Genetic testing and assessment of environmental factors (e.g., smoking).

Main Results:

• The

Conclusions:

• Early diagnosis and intervention within the