Sex differences in clinical presentation of systemic lupus erythematosus
ConclusionSLE shows significant sex-specific features, whereby men are affected by a more severe disease with regard to both renal and extra-renal manifestations. Additionally, men are at a higher risk of developing ESRD which may require an increased awareness and monitoring in clinical practice.
Source: Biology of Sex Differences - Category: Biology Source Type: research
More News: Allergy & Immunology | Arthritis | Biology | Lupus | Nephritis | Rheumatology | Study | Sweden Health | Women