Research Roundup

Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Update on colchicine, 2017 Colchicine is currently approved for the treatment of gout. Studies indicate that it may be beneficial in a variety of other conditions, including other rheumatic diseases.  Colchicine’s anti-inflammatory effects hold promise for prevention/management of cardiovascular conditions, including acute coronary syndromes. Rheumatology 2018;57:i4-i11.