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Molina, C., Modesto, C., Martín-Begué, N. et al. Leflunomide, a valid and safe drug for the treatment of chronic anterior uveitis associated with juvenile idiopathic arthritis. Clin Rheumatol 32, 1673–1675 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10067-013-2315-2
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