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Evans' syndrome associated with dermatomyositis.

E M Hay1, M Makris, J Winfield

  • 1Department of Rheumatology, Nether Edge Hospital, Sheffield.

Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases
|October 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Autoimmune hemolytic anemia and thrombocytopenia are rare in dermatomyositis. This case highlights these uncommon autoimmune hematological complications in a dermatomyositis patient with pulmonary fibrosis.

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Area of Science:

  • Internal Medicine
  • Rheumatology
  • Hematology

Background:

  • Dermatomyositis is an idiopathic inflammatory myopathy characterized by muscle weakness and characteristic skin rashes.
  • Autoimmune hematological complications are infrequently associated with dermatomyositis, making their occurrence noteworthy.

Observation:

  • A patient diagnosed with dermatomyositis and concurrent pulmonary fibrosis presented with clinical and laboratory evidence of autoimmune hemolytic anemia.
  • The patient also exhibited thrombocytopenia, indicating a concurrent autoimmune hematological disorder.

Findings:

  • The presented case is rare, documenting the co-occurrence of autoimmune hemolytic anemia and thrombocytopenia in a patient with dermatomyositis and pulmonary fibrosis.
  • This association underscores the potential for diverse autoimmune manifestations in dermatomyositis.

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Implications:

  • Recognizing these rare hematological complications is crucial for timely diagnosis and management in dermatomyositis patients.
  • This case contributes to the understanding of the spectrum of autoimmune phenomena associated with dermatomyositis, particularly when pulmonary fibrosis is present.