Steroid-free remission in lupus: myth or reality; an observational study from a tertiary referral centre

ConclusionsAbout 20% patients undergo exacerbation of disease activity after glucocorticoid withdrawal. Treatment for ≥ 8 years before discontinuing and an additional immunosuppressive agent improve the chance of flare-free survival.
Source: Clinical Rheumatology - Category: Rheumatology Source Type: research