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Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.

B P Simmons1, J T Nutting

  • 1Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts.

Hand Clinics
|May 1, 1989
PubMed
Summary

Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA) is the most common childhood connective tissue disease, affecting up to 250,000 US children. This review covers JRA

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric rheumatology
  • Childhood connective tissue diseases

Background:

  • Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA) is the most prevalent connective tissue disease in children.
  • Affects an estimated 60,000 to 250,000 children in the United States.
  • Requires comprehensive understanding for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
  • To discuss the signs and symptoms of JRA.
  • To outline general management strategies, including surgical interventions.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
  • Synthesis of information on clinical presentation.
  • Compilation of current management approaches.

Main Results:

  • JRA presents with specific signs and symptoms in affected children.
  • Management involves a multi-faceted approach.
  • Surgical techniques are a component of JRA treatment.

Conclusions:

  • Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is a significant pediatric rheumatologic condition.
  • Early recognition of signs and symptoms is crucial.
  • Comprehensive management, potentially including surgery, is key to addressing JRA.

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