Association Between Ischemic Stroke and Tumor Necrosis Factor Inhibitor Therapy in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis

ConclusionExposure to TNFi does not appear to influence the occurrence of ischemic stroke in the medium term in patients with RA. The impact on mortality after ischemic stroke remains inconclusive.

Source: Arthritis and Rheumatism - May 25, 2016 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Audrey S. L. Low, Mark Lunt, Louise K. Mercer, Kath D. Watson, William G. Dixon, Deborah P. M. Symmons, Kimme L. Hyrich Tags: Rheumatoid Arthritis Source Type: research