Devoted to international progress in the research, diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases. Both basic research and clinical papers may be submitted. The journal aims at serving the interest of both practising clinicians and research workers. Editorials, short communications and review articles covering recent developments are included. Controversial techniques and issues on health policy are frequently discussed and serve as tools for encouraging debate. It also publishes guidelines and clinical protocols related to the practice of rheumatology particularly relevant to all Portuguese speaking countries.
⚡ Speed vs Prestige
How does this journal balance review speed with impact level?
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Publication & Citation Trend
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RheumatologyQ3
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Rheumatology
Scopus Categories
Rheumatology
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Rheumatoid Arthritis Research and TherapiesSpondyloarthritis Studies and TreatmentsSystemic Sclerosis and Related DiseasesAutoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders ResearchInterstitial Lung Diseases and Idiopathic Pulmonary FibrosisVasculitis and related conditionsSystemic Lupus Erythematosus ResearchInflammatory Myopathies and DermatomyositisPsoriasis: Treatment and PathogenesisBone health and osteoporosis research