A simplified disease activity index for rheumatoid arthritis for use in clinical practice
Klinik Hietzing · University of Vienna
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Abstract
Objective
The objective of this study was to verify the usefulness of a simple disease activity index (SDAI) for rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
Methods
The SDAI is the numerical sum of five outcome parameters: tender and swollen joint count (based on a 28-joint assessment), patient and physician global assessment of disease activity [visual analogue scale (VAS) 0-10 cm] and level of C-reactive protein (mg/dl, normal
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Keywords
- Medicine
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Internal medicine
- Rheumatology
- Physical therapy
- Visual analogue scale
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Good health and well-being
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