Disease activity index is associated with subclinical atherosclerosis in childhood-onset systemic lupus erythematosus

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular events. The present study determined the prevalence of subclinical atherosclerosis in childhood-onset SLE using the carotid i...

Source: Pediatric Rheumatology - March 20, 2021 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Priscila B. S. Medeiros, Roberta G. Salom ão, Sara R. Teixeira, Diane M. Rassi, Luciana Rodrigues, Davi C. Aragon, Priscila G. Fassini, Fábio V. Ued, Rita C. Tostes, Jacqueline P. Monteiro, Virgínia P. L. Ferriani and Luciana M. de Carvalho Tags: Research article Source Type: research