Iatrogenic rheumatic syndromes in the elderly.
Rheumatic complaints are common in the geriatric population. However, uncommonly autoimmune or musculoskeletal complaints and disorders may arise as a consequence of pharmacotherapy. These rare events include statin myopathy, drug-induced lupus, arthralgias, vasculitis, or tight skin syndromes. This article will discuss the possible iatrogenic causes of rheumatic conditions, potential inciting agents, and the various types of rheumatic manifestations seen in the elderly.
Quiceno
G Andres
GA
Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas, 8200 Walnut Hill Lane, Dallas, TX 75231-4496, USA.
Cush
John J
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D000368:Aged; D018771:Arthralgia / Q000139:chemically induced; D003078:Colchicine / Q000009:adverse effects; D003240:Connective Tissue Diseases / Q000139:chemically induced / Q000175:diagnosis; D006073:Gout / Q000453:epidemiology; D006074:Gout Suppressants / Q000009:adverse effects; D006801:Humans; D019161:Hydroxymethylglutaryl-CoA Reductase Inhibitors / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000627:therapeutic use; D007049:Iatrogenic Disease; D012216:Rheumatic Diseases / Q000139:chemically induced*; D012307:Risk Factors; D014527:Uric Acid / Q000097:blood
D006074:Gout Suppressants; D019161:Hydroxymethylglutaryl-CoA Reductase Inhibitors; D014527:Uric Acid; D003078:Colchicine