SLE and Tuberculosis: A Case Series and Review of Literature
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) and Tuberculosis (TB) are intricately related with an increase in the risk of TB in SLE. Primary mechanisms pertaining to the increased susceptibility for TB are the inherent immunodeficient state of SLE and use of immunosuppressant agents in the treatment of SLE...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited
2017-02-01
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| Series: | Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research |
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| Online Access: | https://jcdr.net/articles/PDF/9398/22749_CE(EK)_F(RK)_PF1(PI_RK)_PFA(AK)_PF2(P_PC)_PF3(AG_OM).pdf |