Synovitis, acne, pustulosis, hyperostosis, and osteitis syndrome treated with a combination of isotretinoin and pamidronate - 07/08/11
Abstract |
Synovitis, acne, pustulosis, hyperostosis, and osteitis (SAPHO) syndrome is a clinically heterogeneous entity, encompassing a variety of debilitating conditions that have in common inflammation of the skeletal system and skin. To date, there is a paucity of documented efficacious treatment options. We report a 48-year-old man with skeletal and cutaneous signs and symptoms who improved dramatically after treatment with a combination of isotretinoin and pamidronate. This report provides an alternative treatment regimen for SAPHO that addresses the possible underlying pathophysiology of this likely underdiagnosed syndrome.
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Vol 61 - N° 1
P. 123-125 - juillet 2009 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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