Abatacept and sodium thiosulfate for treatment of recalcitrant juvenile dermatomyositis complicated by ulceration and calcinosis
Bita Arabshahi, Robert A Silverman, Olcay Y Jones, Lisa G Rider, Bita Arabshahi, Robert A Silverman, Olcay Y Jones, Lisa G Rider
Abstract
We report the successful use of abatacept and sodium thiosulfate in a patient with severe recalcitrant juvenile dermatomyositis complicated by ulcerative skin disease and progressive calcinosis. This combination therapy resulted in significant reductions in muscle and skin inflammation, decreased corticosteroid dependence, and halted the progression of calcinosis.
Conflict of interest statement
The authors declare no conflicts of interest.
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