Episodic arthritis in cystic fibrosis: a case report.
Episodic arthritis is an uncommon manifestation of cystic fibrosis. We describe the case of a 21-year-old man with cystic fibrosis who suffered from episodic arthritis associated with vasculitic skin lesions. Aetiology is discussed with reference to the possible role of immune complex disease.
D000328:Adult; D001168:Arthritis / Q000209:etiology*; D003550:Cystic Fibrosis / Q000150:complications*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D014657:Vasculitis / Q000209:etiology