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Fields of Study > animal and human health > diseases and disorders (animals and humans) > immunologic diseases > autoimmune diseases > rheumatoid arthritis
Animals, Livestock, One Health > animal and human health > diseases and disorders (animals and humans) > immunologic diseases > autoimmune diseases > rheumatoid arthritis
Fields of Study > animal and human health > diseases and disorders (animals and humans) > musculoskeletal diseases > joint diseases > arthritis > rheumatoid arthritis
Animals, Livestock, One Health > animal and human health > diseases and disorders (animals and humans) > musculoskeletal diseases > joint diseases > arthritis > rheumatoid arthritis
Preferred Term:

rheumatoid arthritis

Definition:
A chronic systemic disease, primarily of the joints, marked by inflammatory changes in the synovial membranes and articular structures, widespread fibrinoid degeneration of the collagen fibers in mesenchymal tissues, and by atrophy and rarefaction of bony structures. Etiology is unknown, but autoimmune mechanisms have been implicated.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Core
Broader Concept:
autoimmune diseases, arthritis
Entry Terms:
  • rheumatism
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/12460
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