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Genetic susceptibility to temporomandibular joint involvement in juvenile idiopathic arthritis.
Journal of oral rehabilitation - 1 Nov 2024
Niibo P, Nikopensius T, Jagomägi T, Voog Ü, Haller T, Tõnisson N, Metspalu A, Saag M, Pruunsild C
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is the most common chronic rheumatic condition of childhood. Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is among the most commonly affected joints in JIA patients. When JIA involves the TMJ, it may affect condylar growth in the joint; therefore, JIA patients are at risk of unfavourable long-term outcomes from associated joint damage. If undetected, TMJ involvement can lead to...
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