Abstract:BackgroundSystemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune disease mediated by autoantibodies, with involvement of various organs[1,2]. El 95% of patients with SLE have musculoskeletal involvement[1], most often in the form of arthralgias or non-erosive arthritis affecting mainly the hands and knees. Although the feet are equally affected and can result in significant disability, they have been little studied.ObjectivesTo determine changes in foot involvement in patients with SLE after 12 months of f… Show more
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