CEMIR Consensus guidelines among North Africa Rheumatologists for the use of Ultrasound in Rheumatoid Arthritis

Musculoskeletal ultrasound has become an essential tool in the management of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), particularly for early diagnosis, assessment of disease activity, treatment monitoring, and decision-making during remission. It also contributes to improving the accuracy of interventional procedures. In Maghreb countries, its use has expanded significantly through local and international training initiatives. In this article, the Maghreb Committee of Experts in Rheumatologic Imaging (CEMIR) proposes practical recommendations, tailored to the regional context, to optimize the use of ultrasound in RA at all stages of patient management.