Lupus-associated vasculitis manifesting as acute appendicitis in a 16 year old girl
2008
Lupus-Related Appendicitis in a Teenager
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Cellini Christina, Hoda Syed A, Spigland Nitsana
Primary Institution: New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical College
Hypothesis
Can lupus-associated vasculitis cause acute appendicitis?
Conclusion
The case suggests a potential link between lupus-associated vasculitis and acute appendicitis.
Supporting Evidence
- Lupus-associated vasculitis can cause acute abdomen in SLE patients.
- The patient had a history of systemic lupus erythematosus and presented with appendicitis.
- Histological evaluation showed vasculitis in the appendix.
Takeaway
A 16-year-old girl with lupus had appendicitis caused by inflammation from her disease, showing that lupus can affect the appendix.
Methodology
Case report of a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus presenting with appendicitis.
Potential Biases
Potential bias in diagnosis due to the patient's lupus treatment.
Limitations
Only one case is reported, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
16-year-old female with systemic lupus erythematosus.
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