Epidemiology and risk factors for avascular necrosis in childhood systemic lupus erythematosus in a Taiwanese population
Abstract Childhood-onset systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is associated with greater disease activity, more aggressive course, and high rates of organ damage. The prolonged use of corticosteroids in childhood SLE contributes to increased morbidity, including avascular necrosis (AVN). We conducted...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Nature Publishing Group
2020-09-01
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| Series: | Scientific Reports |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-020-71923-w |