Anti-Ro52-positive antisynthetase syndrome (ASS): a case report and review of the literature.

ABSTRACT:

Background

This study aimed to diagnose and treat a patient with anti-Ro52-positive antisynthetase syndrome (ASS), investigate the association between anti-Ro52 antibodies and ASS, and determine its clinical significance. The objective of this clinical report is to highlight this unusual syndrome to avoid incorrect diagnosis.

Case description

A middle-aged woman presenting with obvious lung symptoms was admitted to our hospital. A physical examination revealed swollen joints in both hands, mechanic's hands, and normal muscle strength and muscle tone in all 4 extremities. A myositis-specific antibody panel, lung computed tomographic (CT) imaging, electromyography, and muscle biopsy were performed as auxiliary examinations, and appropriate treatment was administered after the

SUBMITTER: Zhu Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9011269 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature