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Prediction of methotrexate efficacy and adverse events in patients with juvenile idiopathic arthritis: a systematic literature review.
Pediatric rheumatology online journal - 1 Jan 2014
van Dijkhuizen E H Pieter, Wulffraat Nico M
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BACKGROUND: Methotrexate (MTX) is the cornerstone disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug in juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). In JIA, it is important to start effective treatment early to avoid long-term sequelae, such as joint damage. To accomplish this goal, it is crucial to know beforehand w...
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