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Fever of unknown origin in the outpatient setting: A retrospective analysis of 30 cases of familial Mediterranean fever.
Nihon Rinsho Men'eki Gakkai kaishi = Japanese journal of clinical immunology - 1 Jan 2016
Kunimatsu Junwa, Maeda Junko, Watanabe Riri, Kato On, Kishida Dai, Yazaki Masahide, Nakamura Akinori
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: In Japan, familial Mediterranean fever (FMF) is a rare cause of fever of unknown origin (FUO). However, we experienced an extraordinary number of FMF cases over 3 years. This suggests that many patients with FMF remain misdiagnosed in Japan. This study examines the clinical picture of FMF to assist Japanese clinicians in daily practice dealing with FUO. PATIENTS AND METHODS: Three years of medical...
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