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Review
. 1988 May;17(4):284-92.
doi: 10.1016/0049-0172(88)90013-3.

Influence of prognostic features on the final outcome in rheumatoid arthritis: a review of the literature

D M van der Heijde  1 , P L van Riel, M H van Rijswijk, L B van de Putte
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Review

Influence of prognostic features on the final outcome in rheumatoid arthritis: a review of the literature

D M van der Heijde et al. Semin Arthritis Rheum. 1988 May.

Abstract

The literature on prognostic features on the final outcome in RA is reviewed. It is generally agreed that female sex and a positive RF are variables indicating a poor prognosis. Longstanding increased ESR and CRP values, decreased Hb, or the appearance of subcutaneous nodules are indicators of a less favorable clinical course. No conclusions can be drawn regarding other factors due to the incomplete and heterogeneous study designs.

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