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Quantitative joint assessment in rheumatoid arthritis
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SOKKA T; PINCUS T
CLIN EXP RHEUMATOL , 2005, vol. 23, n° 5, p. S58-S62 Doc n°: 122214 Localisation : Specimen Descripteurs : DA52 - MALADIES RHUMATISMALES Url : http:// A count of swollen and tender joints is the most specific quantitative clinical measure to assess and monitor the status of patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Many methods have been described to quantitate joint abnormalities, including scoring various numbers of joints (with or without grading of abnormality,) for different 0,pes of abnormalities, including swelling, tenderness, pain on motion, limited motion, and deformity This article reviews selected methods for the performance of joint counts, with discussion of their advantages and limitations in the assessment of patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Langue : ANGLAIS |
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