Why is a paediatric respiratory specialist integral to the paediatric rheumatology clinic?

Breathe (Sheff)

Dept of Paediatric Respiratory Medicine, Nottingham Children's Hospital, Nottingham University Hospitals, Nottingham, UK.

Published: December 2020

Systemic connective tissue diseases (CTDs) are characterised by the presence of autoantibodies and multiorgan involvement. Although CTDs are rare in children, they are associated with pulmonary complications, which have a high morbidity and mortality rate. The exact pathophysiology remains unclear. The pleuropulmonary complications in CTD are diverse in their manifestations and are often complex to diagnose and manage. The most common CTDs are discussed. These include juvenile systemic lupus erythematosus, juvenile dermatomyositis, juvenile systemic sclerosis, Sjögren's syndrome and mixed connective tissue disease. We describe the clinical features of the pleuropulmonary complications, focusing on their screening, diagnosis and monitoring. Treatment strategies are also discussed, highlighting the factors and interventions that influence the outcome of lung disease in CTD and pulmonary complications of treatment. Early detection and prompt treatment in a multidisciplinary team setting, including respiratory and rheumatology paediatricians and radiologists, is paramount in achieving the best possible outcomes for these patients.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7792836PMC
http://dx.doi.org/10.1183/20734735.0212-2020DOI Listing

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