Egyptian Journal of Rheumatology & Clinical Immunology is a peer review journal seeks to publish scientific advances which are likely to impact on clinical practice. Articles illustrating basic mechanisms and their application to clinical material will be welcomed. We aim to cover all areas of Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology. The priorities are originality and excellence. We aim to ensure a fair and independent peer review system and to publish articles which follow the ethical standards concerning research conduct. Articles may be submitted for publication that describes Original Research; editorials; Short Communications; Case Reports, Comments, Opinions and Reviews; Letters to the editor; and Special Reports in the field of rheumatology and clinical immunology. Egyptian Journal of Rheumatology & Clinical Immunology is the official journal of the Egyptian Society of Rheumatology & Clinical Immunology (EGYSIR)