Rheumatic manifestations associated with Chikungunya virus infection: A study of 307 patients with 32-month follow-up (RHUMATOCHIK study)

Chikungunya virus infection is frequently the cause of joint manifestations that can persist for several months, or even several years. In some cases, the clinical symptoms closely resemble those usually associated with rheumatoid arthritis. Further studies are necessary to improve the therapeutic management of these patients.