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Relapsing polychondritis with Castleman-like lymphadenopathy: a case report
P Manganelli1, F Quaini, G Olivetti
1Rheumatic Disease Unit, Hospital of Parma, Italy.
Clinical Rheumatology
|November 5, 1997
Summary
Relapsing Polychondritis (RP) can rarely present with Castleman-like lymphadenopathy. This case showed rapid response to corticosteroids, highlighting an unusual but treatable manifestation of this rare autoimmune disease.
Area of Science:
- Rheumatology
- Immunology
- Internal Medicine
Background:
- Relapsing Polychondritis (RP) is a rare systemic autoimmune disease.
- It primarily affects cartilaginous tissues and the cardiovascular system.
- Lymphadenopathy is an exceptionally rare clinical manifestation of RP.