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Management of rheumatoid arthritis: A primary care perspective
Current Clinical Practice, 10/22/08

Von Feldt JM - A review article to emphasize the importance of early diagnosis and treatment within the first few months of rheumatoid arthritis in preventing joint damage and disease progression.

The Rheumatoid Arthritis Primary Care Initiative for Improved Diagnosis and Outcomes (RAPID) is an initiative designed to educate primary care clinicians (PCCs) about the early diagnosis and treatment of RA
This supplement uses a case-based approach to assist PCCs in appropriate case identification and referral
Initial management of pts with appropriate radiographic and laboratory studies, as well as bridge therapy, is discussed
Finally, appropriate long-term management of RA is also presented
This information is presented in an extended form in 3 newsletters produced by the RAPID initiative

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