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Dissecting the damage in Northern Greek patients with childhood-onset systemic lupus erythematosus: a retrospective cohort study.
Rheumatology international - 1 Jul 2015
Koutsonikoli Artemis, Trachana Maria, Heidich Anna-Bettina, Galanopoulou Vasiliki, Pratsidou-Gertsi Polyxeni, Garyphallos Alexandros
Abstract excerpt
The improved survival of childhood-onset systemic lupus erythematosus (cSLE) has resulted in longer patients' exposure to disease inflammation, medications and/or comorbid diseases, which can all contribute to the development of organ damage. The aim of this study was to assess the evolution of damage accrual in cSLE patients overtime and investigate for predisposing factors. Disease characteristics and treatment...
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