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Sjögren's syndrome

R I Fox1

  • 1Department of Rheumatology, Scripps Clinic and Research Foundation, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA.

Current Opinion in Rheumatology
|September 1, 1995
PubMed
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Area of Science:

  • Rheumatology
  • Immunology
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Sjögren's syndrome is an autoimmune disorder characterized by dryness of the eyes and mouth.
  • Current classification criteria for Sjögren's syndrome are controversial, impacting clinical practice and research.
  • Sicca symptoms can stem from glandular dysfunction or autonomic neuropathy in various conditions like diabetes and multiple sclerosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent literature on Sjögren's syndrome, encompassing epidemiology, genetics, environmental factors, and clinical manifestations.
  • To discuss the complexities in classifying Sjögren's syndrome and propose refined criteria.
  • To explore potential environmental triggers and infectious agents implicated in Sjögren's syndrome pathogenesis.

Main Methods:

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  • Comprehensive literature review of studies published within the past year.
  • Analysis of epidemiological data, genetic associations, and environmental influences.
  • Evaluation of clinical features, diagnostic criteria, and histopathological findings.

    • Main Results:

    • Controversial classification criteria contribute to confusion in Sjögren's syndrome diagnosis and research.
    • Sicca symptoms have diverse etiologies, including neurovascular interruption, infiltrative processes, and autonomic neuropathy.
    • Proposed restrictive criteria for Sjögren's syndrome include specific human leukocyte antigen (HLA) types, T-cell infiltrates, and autoantibodies.
    • No single environmental factor is definitively linked to Sjögren's syndrome pathogenesis.
    • Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and other viral infections (HIV, hepatitis C) are being investigated as potential contributors.

    Conclusions:

    • Refined classification criteria are needed to improve the accuracy of Sjögren's syndrome diagnosis and research.
    • Sjögren's syndrome likely represents a subset of patients with sicca symptoms with specific immunological markers.
    • Further research is required to elucidate the role of genetic, environmental, and infectious factors in Sjögren's syndrome development.