Pub Date : 2024-11-14DOI: 10.1016/j.autrev.2024.103691
Heng Bai , Jie Tian
Background
This study investigates global research on autoimmune/inflammatory syndrome induced by adjuvants (ASIA) to address gaps in disciplinary trends, research directions, and emerging topics, aiming to enhance understanding of ASIA's role in immune dysregulation and multi-system diseases.
Methods
This study uses bibliometric methods, based on data from the Web of Science (WOS) database, to analyze 203 ASIA-related publications from 2011 to 2024. Analytical tools, including VOSviewer, CiteSpace, and the bibliometrix R package, were employed to identify key research directions and frontier topics.
Results
Contributions from 40 countries, 318 institutions, and 824 researchers were analyzed, providing a global perspective on ASIA research. Israel contributed the highest publication volume, with Tel Aviv University being the most prolific contributor. Analysis showed that Immunologic Research published the most ASIA-related articles, whereas the Journal of Autoimmunity had the highest citation count. Keyword analysis identified six main research themes, including vaccine and adjuvant components, silicone implant-associated diseases, and connections between specific vaccines and autoimmune conditions. Thematic mapping highlighted key yet under-explored areas, such as immune responses to COVID-19 and HPV vaccines, and responses to specific adjuvants, offering insights into ASIA's complexity.
Conclusion
This study provides a comprehensive analysis of ASIA's core themes and trends, highlighting key areas for future research, especially on the immune effects of vaccine adjuvants and implants. Although relying on a single data source, WOS's extensive coverage and citation tracking support the validity of these findings, laying a foundation for future ASIA research and clinical applications.
背景:本研究调查了佐剂诱导的自身免疫/炎症综合征(ASIA)的全球研究情况,探讨了学科趋势、研究方向和新兴课题方面的差距,旨在加深对ASIA在免疫失调和多系统疾病中作用的理解:本研究采用文献计量学方法,以科学网(WOS)数据库的数据为基础,分析了2011年至2024年期间与ASIA相关的203篇论文。分析工具包括 VOSviewer、CiteSpace 和 bibliometrix R 软件包,用于确定关键研究方向和前沿课题:分析了来自 40 个国家、318 个机构和 824 名研究人员的投稿,为亚洲研究提供了一个全球视角。以色列的论文发表量最高,其中特拉维夫大学的论文发表量最高。分析表明,《免疫学研究》发表了最多与 ASIA 相关的文章,而《自身免疫学杂志》的引用次数最高。关键词分析确定了六个主要研究主题,包括疫苗和佐剂成分、硅胶植入相关疾病以及特定疫苗和自身免疫疾病之间的联系。主题图谱突出了一些关键但尚未得到充分探索的领域,如对 COVID-19 和 HPV 疫苗的免疫反应,以及对特定佐剂的反应,从而揭示了 ASIA 的复杂性:本研究全面分析了 ASIA 的核心主题和趋势,强调了未来研究的关键领域,尤其是疫苗佐剂和植入物的免疫效应。虽然仅依赖于单一数据源,但 WOS 的广泛覆盖面和引文跟踪支持了这些发现的有效性,为未来的 ASIA 研究和临床应用奠定了基础。
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Pub Date : 2024-11-13DOI: 10.1016/j.autrev.2024.103688
Heng Bai , Jie Tian
This study focuses on the search strategies used in bibliometric analyses within the field of autoimmune ear diseases, critically examining ways to improve search accuracy and relevance. Using the study by Liu et al. as an example, we found that the extensive search terms employed resulted in the inclusion of numerous irrelevant studies, weakening the specificity of the research findings. To address this issue, we propose a more precise search strategy using a combination of specific terms and wildcard symbols to ensure the search scope focuses on literature related to autoimmune ear diseases. Additionally, we recommend limiting search terms to titles, abstracts, and author keywords to reduce interference from unrelated literature. Moreover, we identify potential errors in keyword analysis caused by unmerged synonyms and suggest optimizing the accuracy of keyword co-occurrence analysis through synonym merging. This study aims to provide a more reliable methodological guide for future bibliometric analyses, thereby improving the quality and scientific rigor of research on autoimmune ear diseases.
本研究侧重于自身免疫性耳病领域文献计量学分析中使用的检索策略,批判性地探讨了提高检索准确性和相关性的方法。以 Liu 等人的研究为例,我们发现所使用的大量搜索条件导致纳入了大量不相关的研究,削弱了研究结果的特异性。为解决这一问题,我们建议采用更精确的搜索策略,结合使用特定术语和通配符号,以确保搜索范围集中于与自身免疫性耳病相关的文献。此外,我们建议将检索词限制在标题、摘要和作者关键词上,以减少无关文献的干扰。此外,我们还发现了同义词未合并可能导致的关键词分析错误,并建议通过同义词合并优化关键词共现分析的准确性。本研究旨在为今后的文献计量学分析提供更可靠的方法指导,从而提高自身免疫性耳病研究的质量和科学严谨性。
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Pub Date : 2024-11-10DOI: 10.1016/j.autrev.2024.103687
Tamim Alsuliman , Zora Marjanovic , Doron Rimar , Karin Tarte , Tadej Avcin , Melanie Hagen , Georg Schett , Dominique Farge
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is a rare, heterogeneous, potentially life-threatening autoimmune disease. Presence of kidney or other major organ (brain, heart or lung) involvement are predictors of poor outcome and in a subset of patients resistant to 1st or 2nd line conventional treatment. The 10-year mortality remains around 10–15 %.
Chimeric Antigen Receptors (CAR) are molecules that allow to redirect the engineered immune cells towards specific target antigens and to simultaneously boost their activation. Following breakthrough results observed in the treatment of hematological malignancies, conventional CAR T-cell therapy has recently been applied to refractory SLE patients. Compared to the use of monoclonal antibodies, anti-CD19 CAR T-cells allow to achieve deeper depletion of autoreactive B cells, notably at site of inflamed tissues and lymphoid organs (i.e. lymph node), to suppress interferon signature and to restore the immune tolerance with the reemergence of naïve B-cells with a new repertoire.
All clinical data reported in SLE patients so far showed that autologous anti-CD19 CAR T-cell treatment allowed impressive short- and longer-term resolution of lupus nephritis and other severe disease-related manifestations, without major toxicities and only mild cytokine-release syndrome. These clinical effects persisted after B-cell reconstitution and were associated with normalization of double-stranded DNA antibodies and complement levels in drug-free patients until three years after the procedure. Overall, these pioneering experiences show unique clinical and immunological response to CAR T-cell therapy in SLE, and the need for extended follow-up to determine its long-term efficacy.
系统性红斑狼疮(SLE)是一种罕见的、异质性的、可能危及生命的自身免疫性疾病。肾脏或其他主要器官(脑、心脏或肺)受累是预示不良预后的因素,而且部分患者对一线或二线常规治疗产生耐药性。10 年死亡率仍在 10-15% 左右。嵌合抗原受体(CAR)是一种分子,可将工程免疫细胞重新定向到特定的靶抗原,并同时促进其活化。在治疗血液恶性肿瘤方面取得突破性成果后,传统的 CAR T 细胞疗法最近也被应用于难治性系统性红斑狼疮患者。与使用单克隆抗体相比,抗 CD19 CAR T 细胞能更深入地清除自反应性 B 细胞,尤其是在炎症组织和淋巴器官(如淋巴结)部位,抑制干扰素特征,并通过具有新细胞谱的新生 B 细胞的重新出现来恢复免疫耐受。迄今为止,在系统性红斑狼疮患者中报道的所有临床数据都表明,自体抗 CD19 CAR T 细胞治疗可在短期和长期内缓解狼疮肾炎和其他严重疾病相关表现,且无严重毒性反应,只有轻微的细胞因子释放综合征。这些临床效果在 B 细胞重建后依然存在,并与无药患者的双链 DNA 抗体和补体水平恢复正常有关,直至治疗后三年。总之,这些开创性的经验表明,CAR T 细胞疗法在系统性红斑狼疮中具有独特的临床和免疫学反应,因此需要延长随访时间以确定其长期疗效。
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Messenger RNA (mRNA) -based compounds have been lately developed as one of the most promising treatment alternatives in a wide range of pathologies, especially cancers and infectious diseases.
Aim
To review the current research landscape on mRNA-based compounds, with a focus on the inclusion criteria used for participants with autoimmune diseases and/or under immunosuppressive treatments.
Methods
We conducted a comprehensive search based on PICO framework specifically formulated, throughout the most important clinical trial registries: WHO International Clinical Trials Registry Platform (ICTRP) portal, ClinicalTrials.gov, and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL), as well as in the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna official websites.
Data extraction followed the CONSORT checklist, focusing on identifying the specific exclusion criteria for individuals with autoimmune diseases and those undergoing various immunosuppressive treatments, including daily dosages, treatment length, and required cessation periods before enrollment.
We performed descriptive and comparative analyses using statistical tests where applicable.
This review followed PRISMA guidelines, and the protocol was registered on PROSPERO (CRD42024544811).
Results
Out of 2818 study protocols identified, 608 met the eligibility criteria, the vast majority (96.9 %) focusing on non-replicating RNA.
Most targeted were infectious diseases (66.6 %), primarily COVID-19 (51.3 %), followed by cancers (29.1 %), and other conditions (4.3 %).
Having an autoimmune disease was used as an exclusion criterion in 60.8 % of trials; higher exclusion rates were observed in studies designed for cancers when compared to those assessing infections or other pathologies (79.1 % vs. 55.3 % vs. 23.1 %, p < 0.001), as well as in those using cell-based when compared to non-cell delivery systems (79.2 % vs. 57.2 %, p < 0.001).
Further, participants under immunosuppressive treatments were excluded from 77.5 % of the trials, primarily due to corticosteroid use. There is considerable variability in exclusion criteria related to immunosuppressive treatment length and cessation time prior enrollment, as well as in the daily corticosteroid dosage.
Conclusion
To the best of our knowledge, this is the first review to document the ongoing research designed for mRNA-based compounds. This work highlights the underrepresentation of patients with autoimmune diseases and those on immunosuppressive treatments in clinical trials assessing mRNA-based compounds.
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Pub Date : 2024-11-08DOI: 10.1016/j.autrev.2024.103679
Yu-Chen Liu , Yi-Pin Yang , Yan-Xun Han , Bing-Yu Liang , Zi-Hui Xie , Yu-Chen Zhang , Xi-Xi Chen , Shu-Jia Sang , Fen-Fen Li , Ke Han , Zi-Yue Fu , Si-Yue Yin , Lei Zhang , Shan-Wen Chen , Fan Cao , Bu-Sheng Tong , Hai-Feng Pan , Ye-Hai Liu
<div><h3>Background</h3><div>In recent years, Autoimmune diseases (ADs) and hearing loss are both significant public health burdens worldwide. An increasing number of studies are focusing on the potential link between these two diseases and exploring how hearing loss can be prevented and treated in the context of autoimmune diseases. In response to this focus, it is very necessary to conduct bibliometric analysis and molecular mechanism exploration to provide guidance for the exploration of basic mechanisms and clinical management.</div></div><div><h3>Method</h3><div>Studies focusing on hearing loss and autoimmune disease were extracted from the Web of Science Core Collection database from 2000 to 2024. Bibliometric and visual analysis of the collected publications was conducted using VOSviewer and CiteSpace. The investigation of molecular pathways associated with diseases was carried out in the GeneCards and STRING databases.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>A total of 696 papers met the inclusion and exclusion criteria and were chosen for further research. The number of papers on hearing loss and autoimmune diseases is increasing every year. These papers were mainly from 65 countries, led by the United States, China and Italy. These investigations included 3505 authors in total, with Greco A contributing the most publications. Harvard Medical School and Sapienza University Rome were the two institutions with the highest number of publications. Otology & Neurotology was the journal with the highest number of publications. The most common keywords include “ sensorineural hearing loss”, “endolymphatic hydrops”, “management” and “autoimmune”, which represent current and prospective future research trends and target topics in the field. Among them, the highest proportion of hearing loss in autoimmune ear diseases is sensorineural hearing loss, and the highest proportion of primary autoimmune ear diseases is Autoimmune inner ear disease. In addition, A total of 295 potential targets common to both diseases were also identified. Their pathogenesis involves cancer pathways, infectious disease pathways, cell senescence, epithelial and myocyte proliferation, hypoxia response, and inflammatory response.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>This bibliometric analysis reveals global research trends on hearing loss in the context of autoimmune diseases. Based on this, combined with preliminary bioinformatics analysis, a potential yet close link between the autoimmune diseases and hearing loss has been demonstrated. The current study highlights the need to fully consider the common genetic and pathophysiological mechanisms of these two types of diseases to promote interdisciplinary research and the development of personalized treatments for this clinical focus, with particular attention to the elderly population with comorbidity diseases. A deeper understanding of disease mechanisms has also led to advances in the clinical management of autoimmune
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Dermatomyositis (DM) is a rare autoimmune systemic disorder manifesting with typical skin rashes and proximal muscle weakness. A specific clinical DM subset is characterized by the presence of the anti–melanoma differentiation–associated protein 5 (MDA5) autoantibodies. These patients are usually burdened by a severe clinical phenotype exhibiting a poor prognosis. Interestingly, a growing body of evidence has shown that (interferon) IFN signature evaluation by the assessment of type I IFN score could be a possible mechanistic biomarker for these more severe patients with DM. Thus, in this work, the difference in type I IFN score between patients with DM and healthy controls (HCs), lacking systematic synthesis of available evidence, was assessed. Moreover, the possible difference in type I IFN score between patients with DM with or without MDA5 autoantibodies was investigated.
A systematic review with a meta-analysis of available literature about values of type I IFN was performed in DM and HCs. A literature search was carried out in MEDLINE, SCOPUS, and WEB OF SCIENCE databases to identify all possible relevant studies published up to May 2024 in English language.
Four studies met the inclusion criteria, comparing type I IFN score between patients with DM and HCs, or between patients with or without anti-MDA5 autoantibodies. The type I IFN score was significantly higher in patients affected by DM when compared with HCs (pooled SMD = 2.27; 95 % CI: 0.71, 3.82; p = 0.004, I2 = 96 %, pfor heterogeneity < 0.00001) and in patients with anti-MDA5 autoantibodies than those without (pooled SMD = 0.88; 95 % CI: 0.06, 1.70; p = 0.03, I2 = 83 %, pfor heterogeneity = 0.01).
In this systematic review and meta-analysis, higher values of type I IFN score were retrieved in patients with DM when compared with HCs and in patients with anti-MDA5 autoantibodies with respect to those without. Thus, the assessment of type I IFN score appears to be a valuable mechanistic biomarker to clinically profile DM patients, and particularly those with anti-MDA5 autoantibodies.
皮肌炎(Dermatomyositis,DM)是一种罕见的自身免疫性系统疾病,表现为典型的皮疹和近端肌肉无力。临床上有一种特殊的皮肌炎亚型,其特征是存在抗黑色素瘤分化相关蛋白 5(MDA5)自身抗体。这些患者通常临床表现严重,预后不良。有趣的是,越来越多的证据表明,通过评估 I 型 IFN 评分来评估(干扰素)IFN 标志可能是这些病情较重的 DM 患者的一种机理生物标志物。因此,在这项工作中,我们在缺乏对现有证据进行系统综合的情况下,评估了 DM 患者与健康对照组(HCs)之间 I 型 IFN 评分的差异。此外,还研究了有或没有MDA5自身抗体的DM患者的I型IFN得分可能存在的差异。对现有文献中有关 DM 和 HC 的 I 型 IFN 值进行了系统回顾和荟萃分析。我们在 MEDLINE、SCOPUS 和 WEB OF SCIENCE 数据库中进行了文献检索,以确定截至 2024 年 5 月发表的所有可能的相关英文研究。有四项研究符合纳入标准,它们比较了 DM 患者和 HC 患者之间或有无抗 MDA5 自身抗体患者之间的 I 型 IFN 评分。与HCs相比,DM患者的I型IFN得分明显更高(汇总SMD = 2.27; 95 % CI: 0.71, 3.82; p = 0.004, I2 = 96 %, pfor heterogeneity 2 = 83 %, pfor heterogeneity = 0.01)。在该系统综述和荟萃分析中,与 HCs 相比,DM 患者的 I 型 IFN 评分值更高,与无抗 MDA5 自身抗体的患者相比,有抗 MDA5 自身抗体的患者的 I 型 IFN 评分值更高。因此,I型IFN评分的评估似乎是临床分析DM患者,尤其是抗MDA5自身抗体患者的一个有价值的机理生物标志物。
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Pub Date : 2024-11-06DOI: 10.1016/j.autrev.2024.103677
Qizhao Li , Geneviève Marcoux , Yuefen Hu , Johan Rebetz , Li Guo , Elisabeth Semple , Drew Provan , Shuqian Xu , Ming Hou , Jung Peng , John W. Semple
Immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) is an autoimmune disease characterized by an isolated thrombocytopenia and variable phenotype as some patients suffer no bleeding whilst others have bleeding from mild to severe, which may be fatal. This variability probably reflects the disease's complex pathophysiology; a dysregulated hyperreactive immune effector cell response involving the entire adaptive immune system (e.g. B and T cell subsets) that leads to platelet and megakaryocyte (MK) destruction. It appears that these effector responses are due to a breakdown in immune tolerance, and this is characterized by defects in several immunosuppressive cell types. These include defective T regulatory cells (Tregs), B regulatory cells (Bregs) and Myeloid-derived suppressor cells (MDSC), all of which are all intimately associated with antigen presenting cells (APC) such as dendritic cells (DC). The loss of this immunosuppressive axis allows for the activation of unchecked autoreactive T cells and B cells, leading to the development of autoantibodies and cytotoxic T cells (CTL), which can directly destroy platelets in the periphery and inhibit MK platelet production in the bone marrow (BM). This review will focus on the effector cell mechanisms in ITP and highlight the defective immunosuppressive axis that appears responsible for this platelet-specific immune hyperreactivity.
免疫性血小板减少症(ITP)是一种自身免疫性疾病,其特点是孤立的血小板减少和表型多变,有些患者不会出血,而有些患者则会出血,出血程度从轻微到严重不等,甚至可能致命。这种多变性可能反映了该病复杂的病理生理学;一种失调的高反应性免疫效应细胞反应,涉及整个适应性免疫系统(如 B 细胞和 T 细胞亚群),导致血小板和巨核细胞(MK)破坏。这些效应细胞反应似乎是由于免疫耐受的破坏造成的,其特征是几种免疫抑制细胞类型的缺陷。其中包括有缺陷的 T 调节细胞(Tregs)、B 调节细胞(Bregs)和髓源抑制细胞(MDSC),所有这些细胞都与树突状细胞(DC)等抗原递呈细胞(APC)密切相关。失去这一免疫抑制轴,自体反应性 T 细胞和 B 细胞就会肆意激活,导致自身抗体和细胞毒性 T 细胞(CTL)的产生,从而直接破坏外周血小板并抑制骨髓(BM)中的 MK 血小板生成。本综述将重点讨论 ITP 中的效应细胞机制,并强调造成这种血小板特异性免疫反应过度的免疫抑制轴缺陷。
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Pub Date : 2024-11-03DOI: 10.1016/j.autrev.2024.103678
Namrita Halder, Sourabh Yadav, Girdhari Lal
Neuroimmune communication in the body forms a bridge between two central regulatory systems of the body, i.e., nervous and immune systems. The cholinergic system is a crucial modulatory neurotransmitter in the central and peripheral nervous system. It includes the neurotransmitter acetylcholine (ACh), the enzyme required for the synthesis of ACh (choline acetyltransferase, ChAT), the enzyme required for its degradation (acetylcholinesterase, AChE), and cholinergic receptors (Nicotinic acetylcholine receptors and muscarinic acetylcholine receptors). The cholinergic system in neurons is well known for its role in cognitive function, sensory perception, motor control, learning, and memory processes. It has been shown that the non-neuronal cholinergic system (NNCS) is present in various tissues and immune cells and forms a neuroimmune communications system. In the present review, we discussed the NNCS on immune cells, its role in homeostasis and inflammatory reactions in the gut, and how it can be exploited in treating inflammatory responses.
人体内的神经免疫交流是人体两个中枢调节系统(即神经系统和免疫系统)之间的桥梁。胆碱能系统是中枢和外周神经系统中一种重要的调节神经递质。它包括神经递质乙酰胆碱(ACh)、合成 ACh 所需的酶(胆碱乙酰转移酶,ChAT)、降解 ACh 所需的酶(乙酰胆碱酯酶,AChE)以及胆碱能受体(烟碱乙酰胆碱受体和毒蕈碱乙酰胆碱受体)。神经元中的胆碱能系统在认知功能、感官知觉、运动控制、学习和记忆过程中的作用众所周知。研究表明,非神经元胆碱能系统(NNCS)存在于各种组织和免疫细胞中,并形成神经免疫通讯系统。在本综述中,我们讨论了免疫细胞上的非神经元胆碱能系统、它在肠道平衡和炎症反应中的作用,以及如何利用它来治疗炎症反应。
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Pub Date : 2024-10-29DOI: 10.1016/j.autrev.2024.103676
Diego Rajchenberg , Noa Wegerhoff , Yehuda Shoenfeld
Introduction
Autoimmune/Inflammatory Syndrome Induced by Adjuvants (ASIA) encompasses a spectrum of autoimmune and inflammatory conditions triggered by various adjuvants, leading to significant health challenges. This study aims to understand the research landscape and future directions of ASIA through a comprehensive bibliometric analysis.
Methods
Relevant original articles were retrieved from the Scopus database, focusing on publications from 2011 to July 2024. The analysis included evaluating countries/regions, institutions, authors, co-cited references, and keywords using VOSviewer and Biblioshiny software.
Results
The final analysis incorporated 346 documents contributed by numerous researchers from multiple institutions worldwide. Israel emerged as the leading contributor to ASIA research. The study found that while there are significant international collaborations, certain countries like Israel and Italy play central roles in these networks. Key research areas identified include autoimmunity, adjuvants, vaccines, and silicone. Notable keywords include “ASIA syndrome,” “Autoimmunity,” “Adjuvants,” and “Silicone.” The citation analysis highlighted the impactful nature of research from Israel, Italy, and Mexico. In addition, the analysis highlights the growing body of evidence that supports the role of adjuvants in triggering autoimmune responses. Over the years, there has been a significant increase in publications investigating the mechanisms by which adjuvants (such as those used in vaccines, silicone implants, and other medical applications) can activate immune responses, leading to conditions associated with ASIA syndrome.
Conclusion
The field of ASIA research is experiencing rapid growth, characterized by increasing publication activity and robust international collaborations. Future research is likely to focus on the mechanisms underlying ASIA syndrome and improving patient outcomes.
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The concept of an “immunological continuum model,” introduced by McGonagle and McDermott in 2006, redefines the traditional dichotomy between autoimmunity and autoinflammation, proposing a spectrum where innate and adaptive immune dysregulation can co-occur, reflecting a more nuanced understanding of immune disorders.
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) exemplifies the complexity of this continuum, often displaying manifestations of autoimmunity, autoinflammation, and immunodeficiency. The interplay between genetic, epigenetic, hormonal, psychological, and environmental factors contributes to its distinctive immunopathological signatures. Historically recognized as a systemic disease with diverse clinical manifestations, SLE is primarily a polygenic autoimmune condition but can, however, present in monogenic forms.
Examining SLE through the lens of the immunological continuum model allows for emphasis on the contributions of both innate and adaptive immunity. SLE and primary immunodeficiencies share genetic susceptibilities and clinical manifestations. Additionally, autoinflammatory mechanisms, such as inflammasome activation and interferonopathies, can play a role in SLE pathogenesis, illustrating the disease's position at the crossroads of immune dysregulation.
Recognizing the diverse clinical expressions of SLE and its mimickers is critical for accurate diagnosis and targeted therapy.
In conclusion, the immunological continuum model provides a comprehensive framework for understanding SLE, acknowledging its multifaceted nature and guiding future research and clinical practice toward more effective and individualized treatments. After the Mosaic of Autoimmunity, it is now the time to focus and attempt to solve the intricate mosaic of SLE.
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