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  • Title: [The goal for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis should be remission].
    Author: Möttönen T, Mäkinen H, Puolakka K.
    Journal: Duodecim; 2010; 126(12):1457-64. PubMed ID: 20617749.
    Abstract:
    Early diagnosis is the cornerstone for a successful treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. The Finnish way is to start early using the combination of three disease modifying drugs (methotrexate, sulphasalazine, hydroxychloroquine) and a low dose of glucocorticoid (FIN-RACo strategy) aiming at remission. A tight control of disease activity and flexible adjustment of drug therapy are needed using local joint injections, as well. In severe disease with insufficient treatment response, the new biologicals are indicated before marked joint damages occur.
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