Rheumatoid arthritis and the incidence of influenza and influenza-related complications: a retrospective cohort study

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are known to be at increased risk of infection, particularly if they are taking drugs with immunomodulatory effects. There is a need for more information on the risk of influenza in patients wi...

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Main Authors: Blumentals William A, Arreglado Anna, Napalkov Pavel, Toovey Stephen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-08-01
Series:BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2474/13/158