International Journal of Contemporary Surgery
  • Year: 2016
  • Volume: 4
  • Issue: 1

Childhood Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

1Associate Professor, Skin & V.D. Department, Dept of Biochemistry, Chhaisgarh Institute of Medical Sciences, Bilaspur

2Assistant Professor, Dept of Biochemistry, Chhattisgarh Institute of Medical Sciences, Bilaspur

*Corresponding author Dr. Prashant Nigam Assistant Professor, Dept. of Biochemistry, CIMS, Bilaspur (CG) Mob. No. 09993604518, Email ID: nigam.prashant86@gmail.com

Online published on 18 February, 2016.

Abstract

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune multisystem disorder with a wide range of disease manifestations, and can lead to significant morbidity and even mortality. In general, the disease in children has a more aggressive course and need for prolonged treatment is frequent. This article reviews the epidemiology, clinical features, complications of disease, and available treatment options.

Keywords

Childhood SLE, clinical features, diagnosis, treatment, complications