Rheumatoid Arthritis

by Hochberg, Marc C.

• ISBN13: 9780323054751
• ISBN10: 0323054757
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2008-11-01
• Publisher: MOSBY-YEAR BOOK INC

Summary

This state-of-the-art reference provides current insights into the etiology, diagnosis and management of rheumatoid arthritis. Leading international authorities in RA examine all of the latest scientific and clinical developments in understanding and managing this challenging disease, including new concepts in pathogenesis, epidemiology, risk factors, imaging, clinical outcomes and treatment. Its the guidance you need to offer optimal care to your patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Presents the work of leading international experts in rheumatoid arthritis for guidance you can trust. Provides the very latest understanding of the pathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis, including molecular pathways/mechanisms, and genetic and environmental factors that instigate and drive the disease. Includes comprehensive coverage of clinical features of rheumatoid arthritis including articular, peri-articular and extra-articular manifestations, comorbidities, and outcome measuresdisease activity, joint assessment, imaging, and morefor expert diagnosis and monitoring of disease progression. Examines evidence-based treatment optionsincluding traditional and biologic DMARDs and combination therapiesas well as promising therapies on the horizon, placing up-to-date guidance on disease modifying or disease controlling agents at your fingertips.

Table of Contents

Epidemiology of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Clinical Features of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Pathogenesis of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Outcome Measurement of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Clinical Trials

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