Uterine sarcoidosis potentially associated with interferon-alpha use for chronic hepatitis C infection.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A regimen including interferon-alpha has become the standard of care in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C over the last decade. One rare adverse effect associated with the use of interferon-alpha is a granulomatous pulmonary reaction. A unique case of uterine sarcoidosis associated with the use of interferon-alpha for chronic hepatitis C infection is presented. Gynecologists should be aware of a potential association between interferon-alpha therapy and granulomatous reactions occurring not only in the lung but also in the female genital tract.
Medical subject headings
- Hepatitis C, Chronic
- Interferon-alpha
- Sarcoidosis
- Uterine Diseases