Abstract:Background
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) patients often suffer hand function limitations even in the absence of symptoms related to joint or tendon disorders. Recent researches reported the presence of ultrasonographic (US) subclinical synovitis and tendon involvement in asymptomatic patients. We aimed to assess US patterns in SLE patients and determine their relationship with clinical assessment, disease activity and hand functional status using handheld dynamometry.
Results
We assessed 30 SLE patients … Show more
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