Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4172577 | Paediatrics and Child Health | 2011 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is characterized by joints with swelling, pain, and limitation of movement. The main principle of treatment is to control this active arthritis in order to prevent permanent damage. This review describes the different types of JIA, a stepwise approach to treatment according to the level of disease activity, and the medications used.
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Authors
A. Kelly, A.V. Ramanan,