Systemic lupus erythematosus: epidemiological clues to aetiology
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Systemic lupus erythematosus: epidemiological clues to aetiology
Abstract
The aetiology of systemic lupus erythematosus remains unknown. In this article data are presented on its incidence and prevalence, age, sex and racial distribution, mortality studies, and the role that genetic and environmental factors may play in its aetiology.
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