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Christian D. Mallen
Rheumatology
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Open AccessBarriers and facilitators in diagnosing axial spondyloarthritis: a qualitative study
Diagnosis of axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) is frequently delayed for years after symptom onset. However, little is known about patient and healthcare professional (HCP) perspectives on barriers and facilitat...
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Open AccessCo-development and testing of an extended community pharmacy model of service delivery for managing osteoarthritis: protocol for a sequential, multi-methods study (PharmOA)
Osteoarthritis is a common, painful and disabling long-term condition. Delivery of high-quality guideline-informed osteoarthritis care that successfully promotes and maintains supported self-management is impe...
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Open AccessStakeholder perceptions of preventive approaches to rheumatoid arthritis: qualitative study of healthcare professionals’ perspectives on predictive and preventive strategies
There is increasing research interest in the development of preventive treatment for individuals at risk of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Previous studies have explored the perceptions of at-risk groups and patie...
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Open AccessThe potential role of community pharmacy staff in reducing patient delay in consulting with symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis: a qualitative study
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory arthritis which can cause joint damage and reduced quality of life. Early treatment of RA within 3 months of symptom onset is associated with improved clinic...
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Open AccessDiagnostic delay in axial spondyloarthritis: a systematic review
Identification of axial spondyloarthritis (axSpA) remains challenging, frequently resulting in a diagnostic delay for patients. Current benchmarks of delay are usually reported as mean data, which are typicall...
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Open AccessWhat non-pharmacological treatments do people with polymyalgia rheumatica try: results from the PMR Cohort Study
Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is common. The mainstay of treatment, glucocorticoids, are associated with significant adverse effects and many patients remain on high doses for a number of years. Little is known...
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Open AccessVertebral fracture as a risk factor for self-harm: a retrospective cohort study
The prevention of self-harm is an international public health priority. It is vital to identify at-risk populations, particularly as self-harm is a risk factor for suicide. This study aims to examine the risk ...
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Open AccessPrevalence of osteoarthritis in lower middle- and low-income countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Evidence from the Global Burden of Disease studies suggests that osteoarthritis (OA) is a significant cause of disability globally; however, it is less clear how much of this burden exists in low-income and lo...
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Open AccessCharacteristics of patients with giant cell arteritis who experience visual symptoms
Permanent vision loss is one of the most serious complications of giant cell arteritis (GCA) and therefore prompt diagnosis is paramount. However, diagnosis of GCA remains challenging due to its frequently non...
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Open AccessGender-specific risk factors for gout: a systematic review of cohort studies
Though gout is more prevalent in men than women, it remains unclear whether gender influences risk factors for incident gout. We aimed to systematically review all cohort studies examining risk factors for the...
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Open AccessExamining management and research priorities in patients with polymyalgia rheumatica: a primary care questionnaire survey
Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is a common inflammatory disorder that is usually managed with oral glucocorticoids, which although effective can cause significant adverse events. Support group survey data sugges...
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Open AccessMatching treatment options for risk sub-groups in musculoskeletal pain: a consensus groups study
Musculoskeletal (MSK) pain represents a considerable worldwide healthcare burden. This study aimed to gain consensus from practitioners who work with MSK pain patients, on the most appropriate primary care tre...
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Open AccessMultisite pain and self-reported falls in older people: systematic review and meta-analysis
Multisite pain and falls are common in older people, and isolated studies have identified multisite pain as a potential falls risk factor. This study aims to synthesise published literature to further explore ...
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Open AccessSupport available for and perceived priorities of people with polymyalgia rheumatica and giant cell arteritis: results of the PMRGCAuk members’ survey 2017
Polymyalgia rheumatica and giant cell arteritis are relatively common, but under research inflammatory rheumatological conditions. This survey aimed to ascertain the matters in which patients feel they need su...
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Open AccessRisk of chronic kidney disease in patients with gout and the impact of urate lowering therapy: a population-based cohort study
An association between gout and renal disease is well-recognised but few studies have examined whether gout is a risk factor for subsequent chronic kidney disease (CKD). Additionally, the impact of urate-lower...
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Open AccessObesity, hypertension and diuretic use as risk factors for incident gout: a systematic review and meta-analysis of cohort studies
Gout treatment remains suboptimal. Identifying populations at risk of develo** gout may provide opportunities for prevention. Our aim was to assess the risk of incident gout associated with obesity, hyperten...
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How common is depression in patients with polymyalgia rheumatica?
Depression is common in inflammatory disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus and negatively impacts on outcomes. Given the long-term nature of polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) and its ...
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Open AccessThe pathway to consultation for rheumatoid arthritis: exploring anticipated actions between the onset of symptoms and face-to-face encounter with a healthcare professional
When people first experience symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) they often delay seeking medical attention resulting in delayed diagnosis and treatment. This research assesses behaviours people might engage...
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Prevalence of cardiovascular-related comorbidity in ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis and psoriasis in primary care: a matched retrospective cohort study
The aim of this study is to compare the prevalence of cardiovascular (CVD)-related comorbidities in patients with ankylosing spondylitis (AS), psoriatic arthritis (PsA) or psoriasis (Ps) in UK primary care aga...
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Open AccessIllness perceptions of gout patients and the use of allopurinol in primary care: baseline findings from a prospective cohort study
Patients’ perceptions of their illness are dynamic and can directly influence aspects of management. Our aim was to examine the illness perceptions of gout patients in UK primary care and associations with all...
