Common Rheumatic Diseases Diagnosis Standard Guidelines

Author: Cai Qing
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Publish Date: 2001-06-01
Features: This book primarily selects common rheumatic diseases classified or recognized by the American College of Rheumatology, such as various diffuse connective tissue diseases, systemic vasculitides, and some inflammatory arthritis, along with their classification criteria or diagnostic criteria and treatment principles. Detailed descriptions are provided for the specific definitions of these criteria, enabling readers to grasp them accurately. Most criteria include sensitivity and specificity. All criteria are marked with sources and references for further consultation. Some confirmed criteria are accompanied by "classification trees" as verification methods. Unconfirmed criteria are also explained. This manual is convenient and practical, suitable for clinical practice by doctors at all levels.