| Literature DB >> 15172039 |
Jeffry Bieber1, Arthur Kavanaugh.
Abstract
Evidence supports the association of tuberculosis (TB) with tumor necrosis factor inhibitor therapy in patients who have rheumatoid arthritis. There seem to be differential risks of TB with the currently available inhibitors. Screening for latent TB infection with purified protein derivative is indicated for patients who are being considered for treatment; it seems to be effective in reducing the occurrence of TB in treated patients.Entities:
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Year: 2004 PMID: 15172039 DOI: 10.1016/j.rdc.2004.01.003
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Rheum Dis Clin North Am ISSN: 0889-857X Impact factor: 2.670