Use of ultrasonography in diagnosis and treatment of rheumatoid arthritis
Authors:
H. Mann
Authors‘ workplace:
Revmatologický ústav Praha
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Čes. Revmatol., 18, 2010, No. 3, p. 120-124.
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Overview Reports
Overview
A successful treatment of rheumatoid arthritis is based on early diagnosis and continuous monitoring of disease activity. Ultrasonography is a modern method which facilitates detection of structural involvement and inflammatory activity with a higher sensitivity than physical examination and skiagraphy. This review presents a basic introduction to past and present options of the use of ultrasonography in healthcare for patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
Key words:
ultrasonography, clinical remission, rheumatoid arthritis
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