Rheumatoid arthritis

Pan American League of Associations for Rheumatology recommendations for the management of rheumatoid arthritis

Lancet RheumatolPublished Guideline

Methodological detailsGRADE method, systematic literature reviews, expert consensus (≥70% agreement)
  • GRADE method
  • Systematic literature reviews
  • Expert consensus (≥70% agreement)

Recommendations

As issued by the authors

  1. Early initiation of csDMARDs, particularly MTX

  2. Parenteral MTX for intolerance

  3. Cautious GC use

  4. Switching mechanisms of action after unsuccessful b/tsDMARD treatment

  5. Tapering in remission

  6. Guidance for RA-associated ILD and vasculitis

Original publication

Pan American League of Associations for Rheumatology recommendations for the management of rheumatoid arthritis. Lancet Rheumatol. Published 12 November 2025. doi:10.1016/s2665-9913(25)00259-0

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