Publications by authors named "Javairia Quraishi"
Multiple hematologic complications have been reported as a result of the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) infection. These include leukopenia, lymphopenia, thrombocytopenia as well as increased risk of venous thromboembolism. Neutropenia is a relatively uncommon finding, especially in asymptomatic patients with no other evidence of systemic infection.
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- Kaposi sarcoma (KS) is a type of cancer linked to human gammaherpesvirus 8 (HHV-8) and has four subtypes, with iatrogenic KS being extremely rare and often associated with TNF-α inhibitor therapy.
- A 66-year-old woman with rheumatoid arthritis developed a skin lesion after starting treatment with adalimumab, leading to a biopsy that confirmed a diagnosis of iatrogenic KS.
- Due to the risks associated with TNF-α inhibitors, including higher chances of infections and malignancy, careful monitoring and regular skin evaluations are crucial for patients on these treatments.