Elevated Plasma Monounsaturated Fatty Acids and Their Associations with Disease Activity, Adiposity, and Sex in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Cross-Sectional Study

Key Points

• Elevated plasma monounsaturated fatty acids are linked to increased disease activity in rheumatoid arthritis patients.
• The analysis showed that higher MUFA levels correlate with higher adiposity, particularly in specific sex groups.
• Cross-sectional observations highlight altered MUFA metabolism as a significant feature in rheumatoid arthritis.
• These findings underscore the need for potential metabolic interventions targeting MUFA levels in managing rheumatoid arthritis.