Rheumatoid Arthritis

Download or read book Rheumatoid Arthritis written by John J. Cush and published by Professional Communications. This book was released on 2010 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Emphasizes the importance of early intervention in RA with focus on pharmacologic treatments of RA. Detailed information on the various medications employed in treatment, including corticosteroids, NSAIDs, DMARDs, biologic agents, and combination therapy, is reviewed, including evidence-based data on efficacy, safety, side effects, and monitoring requirements. Clinical evaluation is presented, including lab findings, joint scoring, diagnostic criteria, and radiographic outcomes. Surgical options and the management of advanced RA are discussed.