Importance of epidemiology in the management of rheumatoid arthritis
Abstract
To the Editor,
Reviewing the study entitled "Activity Level in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis at the National Hospital of Itauguá," published in the Rev Soc Parag Med Interna in 2020 (1), highlights its relevance for understanding rheumatoid arthritis (RA) activity. This analysis offers a detailed view of the status of outpatients, revealing that 45% have a moderate activity level and only 31% achieve remission. This research enriches the existing literature and underscores the need for more personalized approaches to disease management.
References
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3. Smolen JS, Aletaha D, McInnes IB. Rheumatoid arthritis. Lancet. 2016;388(10055):2023-38. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(16)30173-8
4. Aletaha D, Neogi T, Silman AJ, Funovits J, Felson DT, Bingham CO 3rd, et al. 2010 Rheumatoid arthritis classification criteria: an American College of Rheumatology/European League Against Rheumatism collaborative initiative. Arthritis Rheum. 2010;62(9):2569-81. https://doi.org/10.1002/art.27584
