Search for dissertations about: "disease modifying anti-rheumatic drug"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 7 swedish dissertations containing the words disease modifying anti-rheumatic drug.
-
1. Associations Between Rheumatoid Arthritis and Malignant Lymphomas
Abstract : Patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are at increased risk of developing malignant lymphoma, although details about this association remain unclear. The aims of this thesis were to investigate risk factors for lymphoma in patients with RA and to characterize these lymphomas regarding subtype, presence of Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), clinical manifestations and prognosis. READ MORE
-
2. The impact of autoimmune thyroid disease (AITD) on rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and the impact of RA on AITD
Abstract : Study I. Background: The Swedish National Patient Register (NPR) is a unique source for the identification of large cohorts of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. The general validity of this register has been reported to be high. READ MORE
-
3. Exploring a national practice-based register for the management of rheumatoid arthritis
Abstract : Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, inflammatory, auto-immune disease with an unpredictable and debilitating course. From diagnosis and onward, RA patients who need treatment with anti-rheumatic drugs will require on-going contact with health care professionals to ensure adequate management of their disease. READ MORE
-
4. Patient Reported Outcomes and Orthopedic Surgery in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Abstract : Orthopedic surgery is used effectively in many patients with severe rheumatoid arthritis RA). The aim of modern pharmacologic treatment is to prevent joint destruction and reduce the need for orthopedic surgery. Patient reported outcomes (PROs) are important measures of the burden of RA. READ MORE
-
5. Spinal fractures related to ankylosing spondylitis : Epidemiology, clinical outcome and biomechanics
Abstract : Background: Spinal fractures related to ankylosing spondylitis (AS) are often associated with serious complications. Therefore, knowledge of the incidence, best treatment, outcome, and prevention would assist in improving current guidelines. READ MORE