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Systemic lupus erythematosus in the elderly.

P J Maddison

    The Journal of Rheumatology. Supplement
    |June 1, 1987
    PubMed
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    Late onset systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) often presents insidiously in patients over 60, leading to delayed diagnosis. This condition shows distinct features, including higher rates of lung disease and Sjögren's syndrome.

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    Area of Science:

    • Rheumatology
    • Internal Medicine
    • Geriatrics

    Background:

    • Late onset systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) represents a significant subset of the disease spectrum.
    • Understanding its unique characteristics is crucial for timely diagnosis and management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To characterize the clinical presentation and diagnostic challenges of late onset SLE (disease onset >60 years).
    • To compare features of late onset SLE with those of early onset SLE.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of 112 SLE patients.
    • Comparison of clinical and laboratory data between patients with disease onset over 60 and under 60 years.

    Main Results:

    • 17% of patients (19/112) were diagnosed with late onset SLE.
    • Diagnosis was significantly delayed in older patients (40 months vs. 18 months).
    • Increased incidence of lung disease, Sjögren's syndrome, and presence of anti-Ro/La antibodies were noted in late onset SLE.

    Conclusions:

    • Late onset SLE presents insidiously, often mimicking other conditions like polymyalgia rheumatica.
    • Age significantly influences SLE disease expression, with specific associations in older adults.
    • Early identification of late onset SLE is critical, with anti-Ro/La antibodies serving as potential diagnostic markers.

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