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Rheumatology 3: Rheumatoid Arthritis (Rapid Review)
Short on time? Welcome to this ABIM Rapid Review covering the must-know facts for Rheumatoid Arthritis. We quickly break down the most highly tested clinical manifestations, such as symmetric joint pain and morning stiffness lasting at least 30 minutes, which characteristically spares the distal interphalangeal (DIP) joints. We also review essential diagnostic labs, emphasizing that anti-CCP antibodies are more predictive than rheumatoid factor for erosive disease. Finally, we cover high-yield pharmacology, including the use of methotrexate and the transition to biologic disease-modifying…
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