Lethal encephalitis in a pediatric patient with SARS-CoV-2.

Background: SARS-CoV-2 mostly affects the respiratory system. Some studies have reported neurological disorders associated with SARS-CoV-2. Despite an increase in reported instances, encephalitis caused by COVID-19 infection is still poorly understood.

The accuracy of magnetic resonance imaging of the hands and feet in the diagnosis of early rheumatoid arthritis.

Objective: To analyze MRI findings of early RA in the hand and foot joints and to determine any discrepancies between MRI findings in the hands and feet.

Methods: Twenty one patients who fulfilled the 1987 American College of Rheumatology (ACR) criteria for the diagnosis of RA at the onset underwent MRI of both hands and feet.

Results: In 18 out of 21 patients, rheumatoid changes were observed in the hand and foot joints.