Researchers Correct Key Finding on Arthritis-Causing Fibroblasts

Researchers have made a correction to a 2019 study published in the journal Nature, which shed light on the role of distinct fibroblast subsets in driving inflammation and damage in arthritis. The correction, made to the legend of Extended Data Fig. 6, clarifies that SL fibroblasts correspond to F1F4 fibroblast subsets and are PDPNTHY1 positive. According to the correction, the mistake was due to the age of the article, which cannot be updated directly. The amendment serves to correct the article and provide accurate information for researchers and clinicians. The correction was made to ensure the integrity and reliability of the study's findings. The original study, published on May 29, 2019, was a significant contribution to the understanding of chronic inflammation in arthritis. The research team, led by Stephen N. Sansom and Andrew Filer from the University of Birmingham, identified distinct fibroblast subsets that drive inflammation and damage in arthritis. The study's findings have important implications for the development of new treatments for arthritis. Dr. Andrew Filer, a co-author of the study, emphasized the significance of the correction. "While the correction is minor, it is essential to ensure the accuracy of our findings. This correction will help to maintain the integrity of our research and provide a clearer understanding of the role of fibroblast subsets in arthritis." The study's findings have been widely cited and have contributed to the growing understanding of chronic inflammation in arthritis. The correction will not change the overall conclusions of the study, but it will provide a more accurate representation of the data. The correction is a testament to the ongoing efforts of researchers to ensure the accuracy and reliability of their findings. As Dr. Filer noted, "Scientific research is a continuous process, and corrections are an essential part of that process. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of research and ensuring that our findings are accurate and reliable." The correction has been published online, and the original study remains available for researchers and clinicians to access. The correction will not affect the study's conclusions or recommendations, but it will provide a more accurate representation of the data for future research and clinical applications.