Systemic lupus erythematosus and calciphylaxis.

Sakr, Safwan H; Russell, E Brian; Jasin, Hugo E · J Rheumatol · 2004

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

Calciphylaxis, a rare condition seen in association with endstage renal disease, is characterized by the appearance of painful, indurated plaques, ecchymosis, ulceration, and eschar formation. We describe a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus, endstage renal disease, and skin lesions first diagnosed as lupus profundus with vasculitis. Further investigation confirmed the diagnosis of extensive calciphylaxis.

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