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Tendon rupture in systemic lupus erythematosus

M A Khan, S P Ballou

    The Journal of Rheumatology
    |March 1, 1981
    PubMed
    Summary

    Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) rarely causes spontaneous Achilles tendon rupture. This complication typically affects older males late in the disease course, with corticosteroid therapy potentially playing a role.

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    Area of Science:

    • Rheumatology
    • Orthopedics
    • Musculoskeletal Diseases

    Background:

    • Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune disease with diverse clinical manifestations.
    • Tendon ruptures are an exceptionally rare complication of SLE.
    • Previous reports suggest a predilection for males and a late-onset presentation in SLE-associated tendon ruptures.