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Erschienen in: Rheumatology International 6/2012

01.06.2012 | Original Article

Small cell lung cancer presenting as dermatomyositis: mistaken for single connective tissue disease

verfasst von: Guanqun Chao, Lizheng Fang, Chongrong Lu, Zhouwen Chen

Erschienen in: Rheumatology International | Ausgabe 6/2012

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Abstract

Dermatomyositis (DM) is well-known to be associated with several types of malignancy. This case emphasizes the importance of a thorough examination for an underlying cancer, in patients with the symptoms of dermatomyositis. We report the case of a 62-year-old Chinese man who presented with a two-month history of edema of face and neck, together with erythema of the eyelids diagnosed of small cell lung cancer. Initially, it was thought to be single connective tissue disease such as DM. This study highlights the importance of a thorough physical examination when visiting a patient.
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Metadaten
Titel
Small cell lung cancer presenting as dermatomyositis: mistaken for single connective tissue disease
verfasst von
Guanqun Chao
Lizheng Fang
Chongrong Lu
Zhouwen Chen
Publikationsdatum
01.06.2012
Verlag
Springer-Verlag
Erschienen in
Rheumatology International / Ausgabe 6/2012
Print ISSN: 0172-8172
Elektronische ISSN: 1437-160X
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00296-011-1857-3

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