In the world of critical care medicine, we often encounter complex cases that challenge our diagnostic and therapeutic skills. Recently, I had a poignant experience with a patient who was admitted to the intensive care unit after suffering a skull fracture and hemorrhage from an accident. A few days into the admission, the patient developed…
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Understanding Rheumatoid Arthritis: An In-Depth Look at Its Pathophysiology
Introduction Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic condition that affects approximately 1% of adults in the United States. While the exact pathophysiology of RA remains unclear, recent years have seen significant advancements in our understanding of the disease mechanisms leading to joint destruction. The introduction of biologic response modifiers (BRMs), also known as biologic disease-modifying…