Mixed Connective Tissue Disease Flashcards
1
Q
what is this
A
defined condition which features symptoms also seen in other connective tissue diseases
2
Q
what is included
A
raynauds, arthralgia/arthritis, myositis, sclerodactyly, pulmonary hypertension, interstitial lung disease
3
Q
what antibodies is this associated with
A
anti-RNP
4
Q
how often should a patient receive an echocardiogram
A
annually
5
Q
why do patients require regular echocardiograms
A
because of risk of pulmonary hypertension
6
Q
what is used for screening of interstitial lung disease
A
pulmonary function tests
7
Q
what is the management
A
calcium channel blockers for raynauds, significant muscle or lung disease=immunosuppression
