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Regarding rheumatoid ahritis, all of the following statements are true except-

A

The cricoarytenoid joint may be involved

B

HLA-D4 and HLA-DR4 are positive in patients with seropositive rheumatoid ahritis

C

Subcutaneous nodules are more frequent in seronegative patients

D

Diffuse intestinal fibrosis and pneumonitis may occur

High-Yield Explanation

Rheumatoid nodules occur almost exclusively in RF or ACPA positive patients, usually in extensor tendons . Theyare frequently asymptomatic but some may be complicated by ulceration and secondary infection . Ref Davidsons 23e p1023,1024

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