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  • Rheumatology
  • Pulmonology
  • Nephrology

Background:

  • Systemic sclerosis (SSc) presents diagnostic challenges, particularly when complicated by respiratory failure.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic further complicates the diagnosis of SSc-related respiratory issues.

Observation:

  • A 26-year-old female with previously undiagnosed SSc presented with acute respiratory failure requiring intubation.
  • Clinical evaluation revealed skin thickening, kidney failure, thrombocytopenia, microangiopathic anemia, and a positive antinuclear antibody test.

Findings:

  • The patient was diagnosed with SSc complicated by scleroderma renal crisis (SRC).
  • Treatment included hemodialysis, an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor, and cyclophosphamide.

Implications:

  • Prompt diagnosis and multi-faceted treatment are vital for managing SSc and its severe complications like SRC.
  • This case highlights the importance of considering SSc in young patients with unexplained respiratory failure and renal involvement.