Autologous stem cell transplantation for severe juvenile idiopathic arthritis: A multicenter survey
NM Wulffraat · Aktuelle Rheumatologie · 2003 · Heft 11
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Zusammenfassung
Since 1997 Autologous Stem Cell Transplantation (ASCT) has been applied as an experimental procedure in more than 40 children with refractory Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis. In order to evaluate feasibility, safety and efficacy we analyzed retrospectively follow up data on 34 children with JIA who were treated with ASCT in 9 different European transplant centers. Rheumatological evaluation was performed by using a modified set of core set criteria. Data were collected on the number of active joints, joints with limited range of motion, physicians global assessment of well-being, parent/patient assessment of pain,…