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Welcome to Pediatric Rheumatology Central, your trusted resource for information, education, and support in pediatric rheumatology. 
Our mission is to bridge the gap between medical professionals and families by providing accessible, reliable, and multilingual content.

We are dedicated to improving the care and understanding of children with rheumatic diseases by sharing expertise, fostering collaboration, 
and streamlining knowledge across Central Europe and beyond. Through this platform, we aim to empower healthcare providers and 
families to navigate complex conditions confidently and clearly.

Together, let’s build a stronger, more connected pediatric rheumatology community.

For Medical
Professionals

This section is designed for rheumatologists, pediatricians, and other healthcare professionals who care for children with rheumatic diseases.

Here, you will find:

  • Evidence-based guidelines and clinical recommendations.
  • Updates on the latest research and developments in pediatric. rheumatology
  • Educational resources to support your professional growth and improve patient outcomes.

Our goal is to facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing among professionals to advance the field of pediatric rheumatology. Whether looking for tools to enhance your clinical practice or opportunities to connect with peers, this section is your gateway to professional resources and insights.

For Patients
and Families

We understand that navigating a diagnosis of a rheumatic disease can be overwhelming. This section is here to provide clear, accessible information and support tailored to the needs of families.

Here, you will find:

  • Easy-to-understand explanations about rheumatic conditions and treatments.
  • Practical advice on managing symptoms and daily life.
  • Stories and tips from other families facing similar challenges.

Our goal is to empower families with knowledge and resources to ensure they feel supported every step of the way. 
Together, we can help children with rheumatic diseases 
lead healthier and more fulfilling lives.

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An Unusual Association between Juvenile Spondylarthritis and Hepatobilliary Diseases
2025-03-27 - 20:13
Affiliation: Pediatric and Adult Rheumatology Department, Emergency County Clinical Hospital “Sf Apostol Andrei”, Constanta City, R...
Laboratory workup supporting common rheumatology diagnoses
2025-03-27 - 20:11
Affiliation:  In rheumatologic diseases, the diagnosis is mostly established through patient history and complete physical examina...
Initial evaluation of prolonged fever
2025-03-27 - 20:09
1. Introduction Fever is one of the most common symptoms in pediatrics and is estimated to account for approximately one-third of all p...
Evaluation of recurrent fevers (PFAPA/SURF and others)
2025-03-27 - 19:59
1. Introduction Fever is one of the most common symptoms in pediatrics and is estimated to account for approximately one-third of all p...

events

2024.12.14 09:00 - 16:30
Rheumatoid Arthritis Academy (RA), London: Tuesday
Royal Society of Medicine
1 Wimpole Street, London, United Kingdom
2025.02.27 09:00 - 16:30
Immune Mediated Inflammatory Diseases (IMID), Birmingham: Thursday
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
245 Broad St, Birmingham, United Kingdom

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for patients and families

Topics

Understanding Childhood Lupus – What Families Should Know About SLE
2025-03-27 - 14:37
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), commonly known as lupus, is a rare but serious autoimmune disease that can affect many organs, incl...
Juvenile Dermatomyositis – When Muscles and Skin Are Inflamed
2025-03-27 - 14:12
Juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM) is a rare but serious inflammatory disease that affects children. It mainly affects the muscles and skin...
Juvenile Scleroderma – Understanding a Rare Skin and Connective Tissue Condition
2025-03-27 - 13:48
Scleroderma is a rare disease that causes the skin and connective tissues to harden and tighten. It presents in two forms in children: ...
Juvenile Spondyloarthritis – When Inflammation Affects Joints, Tendons, and the Spine
2025-03-27 - 13:16
Juvenile spondyloarthritis (SpA) is a group of chronic inflammatory diseases that affect the joints and the places where tendons and li...

events

2024.12.14 09:00 - 16:30
Rheumatoid Arthritis Academy (RA), London: Tuesday
Royal Society of Medicine
1 Wimpole Street, London, United Kingdom
2025.02.27 09:00 - 16:30
Immune Mediated Inflammatory Diseases (IMID), Birmingham: Thursday
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
245 Broad St, Birmingham, United Kingdom

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what are we working on

Our projects

Ongoing projects
5
Past projects
Family Doctors
England
Research
The CREATE trial
Therapeutic approach in Colchicine-resistant Recurrent pEricarditis in children: an open-label randomized trial comparing Anakinra vs sTEroids
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Pediatric Rheumatologists
Croatia
Patient Care
The JIA classification study
Evidence-based Revision of the International League Against Rheumatism (ILAR) Classification criteria for juvenile idiopathic Arthritis.
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Early Diagnosis
Hungary
Treatment Options
The DAISY study
The DAISY study (Applicability of standardized ultrasound examination to estimate disease activity in combination with JADAS...
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Pediatric Rheumatologists
Romania
Patient Care
The MeRITA project
The MeRITA meta-data registry will collect in aggregated fashion the Common Data Elements (CDEs) of the single participating registries.
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Family Doctors
England
Patient Care
PAPA - Can trial
A double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized withdrawal study of canakinumab in pyogenic sterile arthritis pyoderma gangrenosum...
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