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[Coexistence of polymyalgia rheumatica/temporal arteritis and chronic polyarthritis]
W Brückle1, M Schattenkirchner
1Rheumatologische Univ.-Klinik, Felix Platter-Spital, Basel, Schweiz.
Abstract:
Prompted by one of our own case studies, which we report here, we reviewed the literature for coincidence of rheumatoid arteritis (RA) with polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) and temporal arteritis (TA), respectively. The indicative feature of this uncommon condition was found in 13 cases, whereas in 70 other cases reported, the diagnosis of combined RA and PMR/TA was probable. Diagnostic criteria for determining combined RA and PMR/TA will be discussed, as well as the clinical important feature of senile RA.
Insights
This study reviews the rare overlap between rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) or temporal arteritis (TA). It identifies diagnostic criteria for this combined condition and discusses features of elderly-onset RA.
Area of Science:
- Rheumatology
- Internal Medicine
Background:
- Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disorder.
- Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) and temporal arteritis (TA) are inflammatory conditions primarily affecting older adults.
Observation:
- This review was prompted by a case study highlighting the co-occurrence of RA with PMR/TA.
- The literature search identified 13 cases with indicative features of combined RA and PMR/TA.
- An additional 70 cases showed a probable diagnosis of this uncommon overlap.
Findings:
- The study aims to discuss diagnostic criteria for combined RA and PMR/TA.
- Key clinical features of senile (elderly-onset) RA will also be examined.
Implications:
- Clarifying diagnostic criteria can improve patient management for overlapping inflammatory conditions.
- Understanding the presentation of senile RA is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment in the elderly population.