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ea0032p147 | Calcium and Vitamin D metabolism | ECE2013

An extensive precipitation of calcium in subcutaneous tissue in patient with juvenile dermatomyositis

Boskovic Olivera , Borozan Sanja , Vujosevic Snezana , Kavaric Sreten , Djogo Aleksandar , Kazic Koviljka , Medenica Sanja

Introduction: Juvenile dermatomyositis may be associated with advanced calcinosis but the mechanism that leads to their development remains unclear.Case report: A female patient admitted to the hospital at the age of 17 for skin rash, malaise and pain in peripheral joints and muscles. Congenital bilateral hip dysplasia. After evaluation a syndrome overlap with dominant atypical dermatomyositis and SLE was suspected and treatment with prednisolone and cho...