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Accelerated nodulosis during low dose methotrexate therapy for rheumatoid arthritis. An analysis of ten cases.

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1992

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P. J. S. M. Kerstens, A M Boerbooms, M. E. C. Jeurissen, Jules Fast, Karel J.M. Assmann, L B van de Putte
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Abstract

Accelerated nodulosis during MTX for RA is not rare, and occurs despite good clinical response of polyarthritis. Rheumatoid factor positivity is not a prerequisite. New nodules are small and preferentially located in the fingers. Recurrence after rechallenge with MTX suggests causality.