Seminars in arthritis and rheumatism
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Semin. Arthritis Rheum. · Feb 2007
Familial arthropathy in Saudi Arabian children: demographic, clinical, and biochemical features.
Familial arthropathy comprises a heterogeneous group of arthropathies. It can be either an inflammatory or a noninflammatory condition. The worldwide frequency of these disorders is unknown. ⋯ Familial arthropathies are not uncommon conditions which may be easily confused with JIA, causing a delay in diagnosis and management. Careful evaluation of a child presenting with an arthropathy, particularly in a population where consanguinity is common, is required for timely and accurate diagnosis. Overall, the prognosis of these conditions remains guarded despite treatment.