Transverse myelitis associated with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE-TM): A review article.
Lupus
; 32(9): 1033-1042, 2023 Aug.
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| ID: mdl-37436429
ABSTRACT
Systemic lupus erythematosus-related transverse myelitis (SLE-TM) is a rare but serious complication of SLE, which may result in significant morbidity. Its incidence is estimated between 0.5% and 1% of all SLE patients but may be the presenting feature in 30%-60% of these patients. Unfortunately, due to lack of high-quality studies, data regarding this condition remains limited. Its pathogenesis remains largely unknown and clinical presentation is variable. There are still no set guidelines regarding diagnosis, management, or monitoring and the role of autoantibodies remains controversial. In this review, we aim to summarize the available data regarding the epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical features, management, and prognosis of this rare disease.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Lupus Eritematoso Sistémico
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Mielitis
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Mielitis Transversa
Tipo de estudio:
Diagnostic_studies
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Etiology_studies
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Guideline
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Prognostic_studies
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Risk_factors_studies
Límite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Lupus
Asunto de la revista:
REUMATOLOGIA
Año:
2023
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Reino Unido