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A patient with scleroderma associated with severe acro-osteolysis: A case report
Mahsa Zargaran1, Atiyeh Rostamian1, Mahrooz Malek1
1Rheumatology Research Center, Imam Khomeini Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Systemic sclerosis, an autoimmune disease, can lead to severe acro-osteolysis, a bone corrosion in the fingers and toes. This report highlights rare radiological evidence of significant distal phalangeal bone loss in the hands.
Area of Science:
- Rheumatology
- Radiology
- Autoimmune Diseases
Background:
- Systemic sclerosis is a chronic autoimmune disease causing organ damage.
- Musculoskeletal manifestations, including acro-osteolysis, are common complications.
- Acro-osteolysis involves bone erosion, particularly in the digits.
Observation:
- This paper presents rare evidence of severe acro-osteolysis.
- The study focuses on the distal phalanges of the hands.
- Radiological X-ray imaging was utilized for diagnosis.
Findings:
- Severe acro-osteolysis of the distal phalanges was observed.
- The findings represent a rarely reported manifestation of systemic sclerosis.
- Radiological evidence confirmed significant bone corrosion.
Implications:
- Highlights the potential for severe skeletal complications in systemic sclerosis.
- Emphasizes the importance of radiological assessment for musculoskeletal manifestations.
- Contributes to understanding the spectrum of acro-osteolysis in autoimmune diseases.
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