Abstract
In this paper I review the advances in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis that have taken place in this century. From spas to monoclonal antibodies for the manipulation of the immune system, we have come a long way in just one hundred years. However, although research is being pursued in many promising directions, the discovery of a truly effective treatment for rheumatoid arthritis is still being awaited.
MeSH terms
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Antibodies, Monoclonal / history*
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Antibodies, Monoclonal / therapeutic use
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Antirheumatic Agents / history*
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Antirheumatic Agents / therapeutic use
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Arthritis, Rheumatoid / history*
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Arthritis, Rheumatoid / therapy
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Balneology / history*
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History, 20th Century
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Humans
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Immunotherapy / history*
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Italy
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Mineral Waters / history*
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Mineral Waters / therapeutic use
Substances
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Antibodies, Monoclonal
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Antirheumatic Agents
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Mineral Waters