This study investigates the prevalence and clinical and laboratory features of patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) associated with TB in Chinese patients, as well as its similarities to and differences from patients without TB. Our results show that SLE patients with TB (SLE-TB) might be a subgroup of patients with distinct clinical and laboratory features. Therefore, specific treatment should be given in order to provide a better outcome for SLE-TB patients.
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