Rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis is an immune disorder, where the body attacks its own tissues causing joint swelling, inflammation and destruction largely affecting the small joints (eg base of fingers).

Synonyms: 
RA
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FORUM DISCUSSIONS

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CLINICAL PUBLICATIONS

Arthritis of the Knee Joint in Rheumatoid Arthritis - Evaluation of Treatment Response by Ultrasound in Daily Clinical Practice. Schäfer VS, Schmidt WA, Backhaus M and Hartung W. Open Rheumatol J. 2016; 10: 81–87.

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