Dermatomyositis
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor-In-Chief: Cafer Zorkun, M.D., Ph.D. [2]
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Synonyms and keywords: Polymyositis; Wagner-Unverricht syndrome; idiopathic inflammatory myopathy
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Overview
Historical Perspective
Classification
Pathophysiology
Causes
Differentiating Dermatomyositis from other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Diagnosis
History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | X Ray | Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Medical Therapy | Surgery | Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy | Future or Investigational Therapies
Case Studies
External links
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