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Gallium-67 renal uptake in Sjogren's syndrome
M Bennett1, G J Felsberg, J Unger
1Department of Radiology, Nassau County Medical Center, East Meadow, NY 11554.
Clinical Nuclear Medicine
|September 1, 1988
Summary
This case report highlights diffuse Ga-67 uptake in the kidneys of a patient with Sjogren's syndrome. Renal involvement in Sjogren's syndrome can manifest as bilateral Ga-67 accumulation, aiding diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Nuclear Medicine
- Nephrology
- Rheumatology
Background:
- Sjogren's syndrome is a chronic autoimmune disease primarily affecting exocrine glands.
- Renal involvement can occur in Sjogren's syndrome, leading to various kidney complications.
Observation:
- A 61-year-old male patient with Sjogren's syndrome presented with diffuse Ga-67 uptake in both kidneys.
- This finding suggests active renal involvement secondary to the autoimmune disorder.
Findings:
- Diffuse bilateral Ga-67 accumulation in the kidneys was observed on scintigraphy.
- Gallium-67 scintigraphy can reveal subclinical or overt renal disease in Sjogren's syndrome.
Implications:
- Sjogren's syndrome should be included in the differential diagnosis for patients exhibiting diffuse bilateral renal Ga-67 uptake.
- This case underscores the utility of nuclear medicine imaging in evaluating systemic autoimmune diseases affecting the kidneys.