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Inclusion Body Myositis: A case report on navigating diagnostic challenges
Marwa Al Sharji1, Salim Al Busaidi2, Suad Al Jahdhami3
1Internal Medicine Residency Program, Oman Medical Specialty Board, Muscat, Oman.
Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal
|December 5, 2024
Summary
Inclusion body myositis (IBM) is a rare progressive muscle disease. This case report details a challenging diagnosis and moderate treatment success in an elderly patient.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Rheumatology
- Pathology
Background:
- Inclusion body myositis (IBM) is a rare, progressive myopathy impacting individuals over 50.
- It causes significant mobility issues and has a low mortality risk, though respiratory muscle involvement can occur.
- Accurate diagnosis relies heavily on muscle biopsy, the current gold standard.
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