Role of cystatin C in predicting disease activity and flare-up in systemic lupus erythematosus: A longitudinal follow-up study
Background: We aimed to determine the sensitivity of serum cystatin C (Cys-C) in predicting lupus flare-up. Methods: In a longitudinal study, 77 patients were followed-up for up to 15 months. Cys-C, physician global assessment (PGA), and lupus activity index (SLEDAI) were recorded during each visit....
| Main Authors: | , , |
|---|---|
| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
| Published: |
Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications
2021-01-01
|
| Series: | International Journal of Preventive Medicine |
| Subjects: | |
| Online Access: | http://www.ijpvmjournal.net/article.asp?issn=2008-7802;year=2021;volume=12;issue=1;spage=63;epage=63;aulast=Fatemi |