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NR 1-3/2007
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Objawy ogólne i
zmiany oczne w układowym toczniu rumieniowatym
General and ocular symptoms
in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
Joanna Brydak-Godowska
Z Katedry i Kliniki Chorób Oczu Akademii Medycznej w Warszawie
Kierownik: prof. dr hab. n. med. Dariusz Kęcik |
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| Summary: |
Systemic lupus
erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic, immunologically
mediated inflammatory connective tissue disorder with
manifestations including various body organs (joints,
pleura, pericardium, kidneys, brain, skin), caused by
accumulation of immune complexes. According to
epidemiological data SLE affects 0.12% of the population
worldwide, while in Poland the number of reported cases
is c. 60 000 – 80 000. SLE may also involve the eye.
Anterior segment findings include keratoconjunctivitis
sicca, keratitis and scleritis.
Retinal manifestations of SLE are cotton wool spots,
hemorrhage and vasculitis.
The ARA (American Rheumatism Association), criteria are
used in establishing the diagnosis of SLE. Although the
ocular symptoms are not included in the ARA criteria,
they may be initial findings and precede other
manifestations of SLE. |
| Słowa kluczowe: |
układowy toczeń
rumieniowaty, kryteria ARA, zmiany oczne. |
| Key words: |
systemic lupus
erythematosus, ARA criteria, ocular changes. |
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