Yulia Vyzhga, Andrea S Doria, Brian M Feldman, Shirley M Tse
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Abstract
Calcinosis, a common complication in juvenile dermatomyositis (JDM), affects up to 40% of patients and can be associated with uncontrolled disease activity and morbidity.1A 9-year-old female with a 17-month history of JDM presented with worsened bilateral knee pain.
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The Journal of Rheumatology is a monthly international serial edited by Earl D. Silverman. The Journal features research articles on clinical subjects from scientists working in rheumatology and related fields, as well as proceedings of meetings as supplements to regular issues. Highlights of our 41 years serving Rheumatology include: groundbreaking and provocative editorials such as "Inverting the Pyramid," renowned Pediatric Rheumatology, proceedings of OMERACT and the Canadian Rheumatology Association, Cochrane Musculoskeletal Reviews, and supplements on emerging therapies.