作者: G. A. van Albada-Kuipers , J. Linthorst , E. A. J. Peeters , F. C. Breedveld , B. A. C. Dijkmans
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摘要: We compared the frequencies and types of infections that occurred in 448 patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) versus those occurring 185 control who had osteoarthritis or soft tissue rheumatism. At least 1 infection developed 23% RA 27% patients. Using a series risk factors, we found no substantial difference Some these such as being female, having poor functional capacity, receiving glucocorticoid treatment, were associated different levels for infection, but similar