Mortality from systemic erythematosus lupus in Brazil: evaluation of causes according to the government health database
Conclusions This study identified a need for greater control of risk factors for cardiovascular diseases and a better understanding of the pathogenesis of atherosclerosis in SLE. Infectious causes are still frequent, and management should be improved, especially in the early stages of the disease.
Source: Revista Brasileira de Reumatologia - Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research
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