Lupus Foundation of America-Supported Researchers Share Promise for Future Lupus Treatments and Cures

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14, 2016 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Today, the Lupus Foundation of America announces evidence of progress and hope for solving the cruel mystery of lupus through research presented at the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) Annual Scientific Meeting this week in Washington, DC. 

Research is the key to solving the cruel mystery of lupus and ending its brutal impact. We believe smarter research will lead to faster progress. Thirty researchers funded by the LFA will present at this week's conference, including seven young investigators. A total of 81 presentations and posters will feature LFA-supported research.

Researchers will share results of a study that could help to expedite the delivery of new and safer therapies to people with lupus. The study is part of the Lupus Foundation of America Collective Data Analysis Initiative (LFA CDAI), which is a collaboration among multiple companies to improve lupus clinical trials. Developed in 2009, LFA CDAI analyzes data from pharmaceutical and biotechnology–sponsored lupus studies from around the world to identify trends and gain new insights. 

Researchers found that the use of many different kinds of background medications in lupus trials results in high response rates in the placebo group. This makes it challenging to evaluate new treatments that might be safer or more effective. The analysis includes some insights that can help people who design clinical trials come up with ways to improve study designs, in order to be able to see whether an investigational treatment has advantages over current options.

Full release: http://www.lupus.org/general-news/entry/the-promise-of-future-lupus-treatments-and-cures

About the Lupus Foundation of America
The Lupus Foundation of America is the only national force devoted to solving the mystery of lupus, one of the world's cruelest, most unpredictable and devastating diseases, while giving caring support to those who suffer from its brutal impact. Through a comprehensive program of research, education, and advocacy, we lead the fight to improve the quality of life for all people affected by lupus. Learn more about the Foundation at www.lupus.org. For the latest news and updates, follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

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