Eickhoff JC, Collamer AN. Autoimmunity Mimics: Infection and Malignancy.
Prim Care 2018;
45:343-360. [PMID:
29759128 DOI:
10.1016/j.pop.2018.02.012]
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Abstract
Musculoskeletal rheumatic syndromes are commonly encountered in the primary care setting. A plethora of commonly encountered and rare infectious agents can produce osteoarticular and soft tissue manifestations. Likewise, malignancies may manifest rheumatic symptoms via direct tumor invasion or paraneoplastic effects. Awareness of these diseases and their clinical risk factors should result in improved screening and earlier recognition and intervention, leading to improved long-term outcomes and overall patient care.
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