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Arthritis in hemochromatosis or iron storage disease.
Current opinion in rheumatology - 1 Jan 2004
Jordan Joanne M
Abstract excerpt
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: Hemochromatosis is a common autosomal recessive condition characterized by increased iron absorption and tissue deposition. Recognition of this condition is important because phlebotomy can be life saving. This review examines recent studies of articular manifestations in hemochromatosis and the frequency of hemochromatosis genes in the general population and in selected patients with various...
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