RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 Trends in rheumatic disease: Update on new diagnostic and treatment strategies
JF Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine
JO Cleve Clin J Med
FD Cleveland Clinic
SP 425
OP 432
VO 68
IS 5
A1 Mandell, Brian F.
YR 2001
UL http://www.ccjm.org/content/68/5/425.abstract
AB Advances in our understanding of the pathophysiology of rheumatic and immunologic diseases have led to improved therapies, such as tumor necrosis factor inhibitors and bisphosphonates. These drugs can not only alleviate symptoms but also alter the course of the disease. However, they also have significant potential side effects, which mandate, more than ever, correct diagnosis and vigilant monitoring for toxicity.