International journal of rheumatic diseases
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Multicenter Study
Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on patients with chronic rheumatic diseases: A study in 15 Arab countries.
To evaluate the impact of the coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic (COVID-19) on the access to rheumatology care for patients with chronic rheumatic diseases (CRD) in the Arab countries. ⋯ The current study highlights the deleterious consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic on the continuity of rheumatology care. Therefore, an action plan, including establishing a telemedicine platform, securing drug availability, and promoting medication persistence through the appropriate communication channels, is strongly recommended.