Axial involvement is present in approximately 25% of patients with PsA, with enthesitis, inflammatory bowel disease, and ...

A family history of ankylosing spondylitis is a risk factor, along with the presence of the HLA-B27 protein. More than 90% of people with this condition have the gene that expresses this protein.

More than 8 out of 10 people, or 80%, with ankylosing spondylitis carry the HLA-B27 gene. The prevalence of this gene varies in different ethnic populations. This compares with around 6% to 8% of ...

Ixekizumab reduces erosion and increases backfill in the sacroiliac joints of patients with radiographic axial ...

Ankylosing spondylitis or AS is a type of arthritis that affects the joints in your spine, causing severe pain and inflammation. It usually develops in your sacroiliac joints and can also lead to ...

Persistent practice of endogamy, which involves marrying within small communities, is the primary cause for ...

A study that analysed genes of South Indian populations suggests a high inbreeding rate of nearly 60 per cent.

Endogamy in India leads to population-specific diseases and genetic variations, impacting drug responses and personalized medicine.

According to the study, marrying within the community is the primary cause of ankylosing spondylitis, a type of arthritis ...