[Mixed connective tissue disease in childhood: report of two clinical cases].
Sharp's syndrome, or mixed connective tissue disease, is an autoimmune chronic disease characterized by a tissue collagen abnormality. It is more common among young women, but is also described in children. The symptomatology may be different from one case to another as shown in the two presented cases. Signs and symptoms of other rheumatic diseases are commonly observed. The presence of anti-RNP antibody is requested to confirm the diagnosis. The treatment is adapted to each individual. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, corticosteroids, and immunosuppressive drugs are the basis of treatment.
Vaessen
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S
CHR Citadelle, Liège.
Hoyoux
C
C
Kaye
O
O
Lepage
Ph
P
D000293:Adolescent; D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008947:Mixed Connective Tissue Disease / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy