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A case of Rheumatoid Arthritis presenting with Vasculitis

Journal: University Journal of Medicine and Medical Specialities (Vol.3, No. 1)

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Page : 195-198

Keywords : :Vasculitis; Rheumatoid Arthritis; Mononeuritis Multiplex.;

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Abstract

Rheumatoid vasculitis is a rare but well recognized complication of rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid vasculitis typically affects small and medium-size blood vessels. It is associated with high rates of premature mortality with up to 40 of patients dying by 5 years as well as significant morbidity due to both organ damage from vasculitis and consequences of the treatment. We report a case history of a female with rheumatoid arthritis who presented with gangrene of the foot and footdrop due to vasculitis

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