Evidence for treating rheumatoid arthritis to target: results of a systematic literature search update
Stoffer, MA; Schoels, MM; Smolen, JS; Aletaha, D; Breedveld, FC; Burmester, G; Bykerk, V; Dougados, M; Emery, P; Haraoui, B; Gomez-Reino, J; Kvien, TK; Nash, P; Navarro-Compan, V; Scholte-Voshaar, M; van Vollenhoven, R; van der Heijde, D; Stamm, TA · White Rose Research Online
Objective A systematic literature review (SLR; 2009–2014) to compare a target-oriented approach with routine management in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) to allow an update of the treat-to-target recommendations. Methods Two SLRs focused on clinical trials employing a treatment approach targeting a specific clinical outcome were performed. In add…