Rheumatoid spondylitis; Spondylitis; Spondylarthropathy; Seronegative bundle arthropathy

Prevention is unknown. Awareness of risk factors may allow early detection and treatment.

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Review Date: 05/13/2010
Reviewed By: Mark James Borigini, MD, Rheumatologist in the Washington, DC Metro area. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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