Dislocation of the manubriosternal joint in rheumatoid arthritis.
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چکیده
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a disease characterised by joint deformity and subluxation. Although many joints may be involved, dislocation of the manubriosternal joint is extremely rare. A case of dislocation of this in a woman with RA is presented.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Annals of the rheumatic diseases
دوره 40 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1981