Systemic autoimmune disease among adults exposed to the September 11, 2001, terrorist attack

ConclusionIntense dust cloud exposure among responders and PTSD among community members were associated with a statistically significant increased risk of new ‐onset SAID. Clinicians treating 9/11 survivors should be aware of the potential increased risk of SAID in this population.

Source: Arthritis and Rheumatology - November 23, 2019 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Sara A Miller ‐Archie, Peter M Izmirly, Jessica R Berman, Jennifer Brite, Deborah J Walker, Renato C Dasilva, Lysa J Petrsoric, James E Cone Tags: FULL LENGTH Source Type: research