STEP 2 PEARLS

Ophthalmologic follow-up every 3 months for 4 years (even if it has resolved) for all ANA-positive JIA children. The disease process of JIA wanes with age and completely subsides in 85% of children; however, systemic onset, a positive RF, poor response to therapy, and the radiologic evidence of erosion are associated with a poor prognosis. ................
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