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Citrullination is present in extra-articular manifestations of RA such as IP and nodules. In contrast to the high specificity of anti-citrulline antibodies in RA, citrullination is not only restricted to RA but can also be observed in idiopathic IP. Whether citrullination significantly contributes to the initiation or perpetuation of autoimmunity or merely reflects ongoing inflammation remains to be clarified.
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