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Relapsing polychondritis

L S Miyasaka1, A de Andrade Júnior, C E Bueno

  • 1Internal Medicine Division of Hospital São Paulo, Escola Paulista de Medicina of Universidade Federal de São Paulo, Brazil.

Sao Paulo Medical Journal = Revista Paulista De Medicina
|August 12, 1998
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Relapsing polychondritis (RP) is a rare inflammatory disease causing cartilage collapse. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial due to potential lethality from airway obstruction.

Area of Science:

  • Rheumatology
  • Immunology
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Relapsing polychondritis (RP) is a rare, idiopathic autoimmune disease.
  • Characterized by recurrent inflammation and destruction of cartilaginous structures.

Observation:

  • Presents a case of clinically-diagnosed RP.
  • Literature review of RP from 1980-1996 using Medline and Lilacs databases.
  • Commonly affects auricular and nasal cartilage, but can involve airways, joints, and eyes.

Findings:

  • RP involves acute inflammatory processes leading to cartilage collapse and fibrous tissue replacement.
  • Diagnostic criteria have evolved since initial descriptions in 1923.
  • Over 550 cases have been documented globally.

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Implications:

  • RP can be fatal due to tracheal collapse and respiratory compromise.
  • Emphasizes the need for increased awareness, precise diagnosis, and timely therapeutic intervention for better patient outcomes.