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Shrinking lung syndrome in SLE--a clinical pathologic study.

L A Rubin, M B Urowitz

    The Journal of Rheumatology
    |December 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary

    Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) can lead to shrinking lung syndrome, a rare respiratory complication. Postmortem examination revealed diaphragmatic fibrosis, suggesting an extrapulmonary cause for this condition.

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    Area of Science:

    • Rheumatology
    • Pulmonology
    • Pathology

    Background:

    • Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune disease with diverse clinical manifestations.
    • Shrinking lung syndrome (SLS) is a rare complication characterized by decreased lung volumes and respiratory dysfunction.

    Observation:

    • This report details a case of a patient with SLE who developed SLS.
    • The patient experienced progressive respiratory symptoms during the course of her autoimmune disease.

    Findings:

    • Autopsy revealed diffuse diaphragmatic fibrosis, indicating significant scarring and thickening of the diaphragm.
    • These pathological findings support an extrapulmonary cause for the restrictive lung physiology observed in SLS.

    Implications:

    • The diaphragmatic fibrosis suggests that SLS in SLE may arise from causes outside the lungs, impacting respiratory mechanics.
    • Understanding extrapulmonary etiologies is crucial for diagnosing and managing SLS in SLE patients.
    • Further research into diaphragmatic involvement in autoimmune diseases is warranted.

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