Anemia in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
- VernacularTitle:类风湿关节炎伴发贫血的临床分析
- Author:
Xiaoyun SUN
;
Yin SU
;
Lisa CAI
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Anemia Arthritis Rheumatoid
- From:
Chinese Journal of Practical Internal Medicine
2001;0(07):-
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective To investigate the prevalence of anemia in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and the relationship between anemia and disease activity of RA. Methods Retrospectively analyze the data of 239 RA patients. Results (1)Estimates of the prevalence of the anemia was 51.4% ;the level of anemia was mild and moderate,and none was severe. (2)There were statistic differences between the patients with anemia and without anemia in disease duration,morning stiff ness,ESR,CRP and degree of X-ray change. (3)There were statistic differences between the patients with anemia and without anemia in leukocyte counts and platelet counts. (4)The level of hemoglobin (Hb) was significantly increased after anti-rheumatoid treatment. Conclusion (1)Anemia is a common sign in individuals with rheumatoid arthritis. The level of anemia is mild and moderate. (2)There are important associations between anemia and disease activity of RA. (3)The level of hemoglobin is increased after anti-rheumatoid treatment.
