title: The hand in systemic lupus erythematosus.
abstract: This article provides a brief overview of systemic lupus erythematosus and a more detailed outline of its manifestations in the hand. The indications for surgical treatment of these manifestations are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Memorial Mission Hospital, Asheville, North Carolina.
authors.forename: G J
authors.initials: GJ
authors.lastname: Dray
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D006227:Hand Deformities, Acquired / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D008180:Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic / Q000150:complications*; D008297:Male; D011928:Raynaud Disease / Q000209:etiology