Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy in a patient with rheumatoid arthritis and polymyositis.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
We describe a young woman who developed postpartum rheumatoid arthritis, polymyositis and small vessel cerebrovascular disease. Subsequently she developed biopsy proven progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (due to JC virus infection) which may have been a complication of her immunosuppression. This rare complication of autoimmune rheumatic diseases is discussed.
Medical subject headings
- Arthritis, Rheumatoid
- Leukoencephalopathy, Progressive Multifocal
- Polymyositis
- Puerperal Disorders