The clinical spectrum of SLE.
Systemic lupus erythematosus is a complex immunologic disorder with an equally complex clinical presentation and course. In recent years, the earlier recognition of milder disease supported by immunologic markers coupled with means of intervention and suppression, as well as medical/surgical advances has resulted in increases in quality of life and survival.
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD.
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D006801:Humans; D008180:Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis