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Differences and similarities between ankylosing spondylitis and rheumatoid arthritis: epidemiology

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posted on 2023-05-17, 01:15 authored by Cross, MJ, Smith, EUR, Zochling, J, March, LM
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are among the most common rheumatic diseases. The epidemiology of these diseases highlights both similarities and differences. Prevalence rates of approximately 0.2– 1% have been reported for the diseases, but the rate for AS is increasing while RA is declining. Geographical variations exist in the incidence and prevalence of the diseases, although the majority of studies have been conducted in northern Europe and North America. AS is a predominantly a male disorder, whereas more females are affected by RA. Both diseases result in increased disability, reduced work productivity, and increased mortality rates. These similarities and differences may give us important clues as to the aetiology of both diseases.

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Publication title

Clinical and Experimental Rheumatology

Volume

27

Issue

4

Pagination

S36-S42

ISSN

0392-856X

Department/School

Menzies Institute for Medical Research

Publisher

Clinical & Exper Rheumatology

Place of publication

Via Santa Maria 31, Pisa, Italy, 56126

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Clinical health not elsewhere classified

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