Current concepts in the pathogenesis of spondyloarthritis

Pathogenesis of spondyloarthritis (SpA) is multifactorial and still not understood entirely. The role of genetics including human leukocyte antigen B27 has been investigated extensively, which along with genome-wide association studies has helped us understand and postulate various theories. Environ...

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Main Authors: Nibha Jain, Arumugam Moorthy
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications 2020-01-01
Series:Indian Journal of Rheumatology
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Online Access:http://www.indianjrheumatol.com/article.asp?issn=0973-3698;year=2020;volume=15;issue=5;spage=6;epage=12;aulast=Jain
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Summary:Pathogenesis of spondyloarthritis (SpA) is multifactorial and still not understood entirely. The role of genetics including human leukocyte antigen B27 has been investigated extensively, which along with genome-wide association studies has helped us understand and postulate various theories. Environmental factors including gut dysbiosis, mechanical stress, and transduction have been implicated in the pathogenesis. Recently, the interleukin (IL)-17/IL-23 pathway has been major focus due to it being therapeutic target. Herein, we reviewed various recent developments and current concepts in the pathogenesis of SpA.
ISSN:0973-3698
0973-3701