Abstract
Renal involvement in patients with inflammatory myopathies, like dermatomyositis, is rare. We present the case of a 66-year-old lady that arrived at the hospital with acute renal failure. She had a diffuse erythematous rash, severe muscle weakness and decreased motor capacity. Inflammatory features of the skin/muscle biopsy along with the dramatic improvement in symptomatology upon the intake of steroids pointed towards dermatomyositis. Recognition of this pattern of events, adopting a multidisciplinary approach, early diagnosis and steroid treatment are necessary for better patient outcomes.
- Received February 11, 2019.
- Revision received May 10, 2019.
- Accepted June 5, 2019.
