Rheumatic manifestations of leprosy: clinical aspects.
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Abstract
Articular manifestations had been identified in leprosy in ancient times. However, for the last 5 decades, the focus has been on inflammatory changes resembling rheumatologic diseases. Better understanding of these manifestations is important both to improve therapy and to clarify the pathogenetic mechanisms involved in leprosy.
Medical subject headings
- Leprosy
- Rheumatic Diseases