NUMERO: #20230859

Título: ORAL MANIFESTATIONS OF SYSTEMIC LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS: CLINICAL AND HISTOPATHOLOGICAL EVALUATION

Nome do Apresentador: Wallena ALBUQUERQUE da Cunha

Categoria do Trabalho: Apresentação oral de casos clínicos (AOC)

Área Temática: Estomatologia

Resumo: We report a case of 51 year-old Brazilian woman who initially presented with complaints of ill fitting dentures and oral lesions.Clinical examination revealed white striae, erythematous, atrophic and hyperkeratotic areas as well as erosions and ulceration on the buccal mucosa bilaterally which raised suspicions of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus. Laboratory hematological and immunological examinations, including an incisional biopsy were ordered to confirm the diagnosis. Treatment with topical 0.1% clobetasol propionate was initiated resulting in improvement of her symptoms.Further investigations revealed the presence of malar erythema, oral ulcers, blood diseases and positivity for ANF.The patient was referred to a rheumatologist for appropriate treatment. This case highlights the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to management of systemic diseases, with dentists playing a crucial role through their expertise in the early detection of oral manifestations. This approach can lead to improved treatment strategies and a better quality of life for patients.

Autor 1:  Wallena ALBUQUERQUE da Cunha

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Autor 2:   Camilla Vieira ESTEVES

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Autor 3 :  Laura Soares Souto LEPESQUEUR

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Autor 4:  Ana Carolina CORAZZA Pedro

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Autor 5:  Paulo Sergio Souza PINA

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Autor 6:  Celso Augusto LEMOS

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