Rheumatoid arthritis: can we achieve true drug-free remission in patients with RA?
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1038/nrrheum.2009.253.
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Abstract
Since the introduction of new biologic agents and intensive treatment strategies that aim to tightly control disease activity, clinical remission has become a realistic target in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Once patients are in continuous remission, however, is it realistic to consider withdrawing DMARD therapy?
Medical subject headings
- Antirheumatic Agents
- Arthritis, Rheumatoid