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In Vivo CAR-T: The Next Standard of Care for Autoimmune Disease? Synopsis: In vivo CAR-T therapy is emerging as a transformative treatment approach for B cell–mediated autoimmune disease, such as systemic lupus erythematosus, systemic scleroderma, and idiopathic inflammatory myopathies, delivering the deep immune reset associated with cell therapy without the complexity and cost of ex vivo manufacturing. As momentum in the field accelerates, CREATE Medicines is bringing together international leaders in cell therapy and rheumatology to explore a thought-provoking question:

Title coming soon. Objectives: Information coming soon. Agenda – Friday 30 October Chairperson: TBC

Latest Evidence on Methotrexate and JAK Inhibitors Objectives: This session will discuss the combination therapy of JAK inhibitors with MTX and JAK inhibitors monotherapy. Agenda – Saturday 31 October Chairperson: Dr Seong-Ho Kim, Republic of Korea 1730-1825 Latest Evidence on Methotrexate and JAK Inhibitors Prof Yuko Kaneko, Japan

Polymyalgia Rheumatica: From Diagnosis to Long-Term Disease Control – Current Recommendations and Unmet Needs Objectives: Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is a common inflammatory rheumatic disease affecting adults aged 50 years and older, characterized by bilateral pain and stiffness in the shoulder and pelvic girdles and a substantial impact on physical function and quality of life. Despite its relatively high prevalence, PMR remains a challenging condition due to heterogeneous clinical presentation, frequent diagnostic uncertainty, and a chronic or relapsing disease course in

UP Standard Of Care in AS with Upadacitinib ObjectivesThis symposium will take you through understanding of axSpA spectrum & patient burden, comprehensive review on diagnosis & treatment guidelines, and factors to be considered in your routine clinic sessions. Upadacitinib can provide clinical benefit for patients encompassing nr-axSpA & r-axSpA, differential pain control as well as EMM management, and also long- term treatment goal of slowing down radiographic progression. Please attend the symposium and explore how to improve standard of care

Navigating Heterogeneity and Harnessing Innovative Therapies in SLE Review the complex immunopathogenesis and clinical heterogeneity of SLE. Identify current gaps in biomarker-guided treatment and clinical monitoring. Evaluate the rationale and clinical evidence for emerging targeted therapies. Agenda – Friday 30 October Chairperson: Prof Yoon-Kyoung Sung, Republic of Korea 1020 – 1030 Welcome and opening Prof Yoon-Kyoung Sung, Republic of Korea 1030 – 1045 Deciphering SLE Heterogeneity: From Pathogenesis to Prognosis Prof Sandra Navarra, Philippines 1045 – 1100 The Precision Gap:

Reframing Long-Term SLE Care in Asia: Reducing Steroid Burden and Advancing Organ Protection Objectives:This scientific symposium will address contemporary management challenges in SLE in Asia, with emphasis on minimizing cumulative glucocorticoid exposure and preventing organ damage. Faculty will review disease burden and the clinical consequences of prolonged glucocorticoid use, then examine mechanism‑based treatment strategies with a focus on B‑cell biology and evidence supporting BLyS inhibition and other B‑cell–directed approaches. A dedicated segment will discuss lupus nephritis, outlining the rationale and

Phase III Clinical Trial Results of CT-P47(AVTOZMA) and Real-World Case Review Objectives: Information coming soon. Agenda – Friday 30 October TBC Chairperson: Prof Eun Young Lee, Republic of Korea TBC Speaker: Prof Bora Nam, Republic of Korea

Redefining Autoimmune Interstitial Lung Disease Journey: From Early Risk Recognition to Long-term Care Objectives:Autoimmune diseases are a major cause of interstitial lung disease (ILD), with pulmonary fibrosis driving morbidity and mortality. This session will examine risk identification, key clinical and radiological signals of progression, and translation of guidelines into personalised care, concluding with emerging concepts and innovations shaping the future management of autoimmune ILD. Agenda – Saturday 31 October Chairperson: Prof Shin-Seok Lee, Republic of Korea 1250-1255 Opening and welcome
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