How much do you know about sarcoidosis and adult Still's disease?

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Quelle est la caractéristique principale du syndrome de Löfgren ?

Adénopathies périphériques

Quel est le symptôme le plus commun chez les femmes atteintes du syndrome de Löfgren ?

Érythème noueux

Quel est le test diagnostique historique pour la sarcoidose ?

Test Kveim

Quel pourcentage de patients atteints de sarcoidose souffrent de la forme cardiaque de la maladie ?

5%

Quel est le traitement de première ligne pour la sarcoidose ?

Corticostéroïdes

Quel est le symptôme principal de la maladie de Still chez l'adulte ?

Fièvre

Quel est le pourcentage de cas de syndrome de Löfgren en Europe pendant le printemps ?

10%

Quel est l'organe qui peut être affecté par la sarcoidose ?

Les poumons

Quel est le test utilisé pour détecter les conditions oculaires liées à la sarcoidose ?

Examen ophtalmologique

Quel est le symptôme le plus commun chez les hommes atteints du syndrome de Löfgren ?

Arthrite

Quel est le pourcentage de cas de sarcoidose qui peuvent avoir une augmentation des niveaux d'ECA ?

15%

Quel est le symptôme qui nécessite un traitement précoce chez les patients atteints de sarcoidose ?

Troubles cardiaques

Study Notes

  • The text describes the acute form of sarcoidosis, known as Löfgren syndrome.
  • Löfgren syndrome is characterized by peripheral adenopathies, erythema nodosum, maculopapular rash, and facial/ocular paralysis.
  • There is a peak in Löfgren syndrome cases in Europe during the spring.
  • The syndrome is often encountered in emergency settings.
  • Biarthritis of the ankles, erythema nodosum, and bilateral hilar adenopathies on lung imaging are the triad of Löfgren syndrome.
  • In women, erythema nodosum is more common, while in men, arthritis is more common.
  • ECA levels may increase in 15% of cases but are not specific to sarcoidosis.
  • The diagnosis of sarcoidosis is quasi-confirmed in a patient with restrictive cardiomyopathy and ankle arthritis.
  • Löfgren syndrome is a part of the entity of sarcoidosis.
  • The syndrome is relatively common.
  • Phocytaire, a decrease in CD8 levels and an increase in CD4/CD8 ratio are indicators of sarcoidosis.
  • Kveim test is a historical diagnostic test for sarcoidosis, not currently used.
  • The Kveim test involves injecting splenic extract from a sarcoidosis patient and observing the development of a skin nodule.
  • Ophthalmologic examination is used to detect sarcoidosis-related eye conditions.
  • Cardiac sarcoidosis affects 5% of sarcoidosis patients and can cause rhythm and conduction issues, heart failure, or sudden death.
  • ECG can show conduction abnormalities in cardiac sarcoidosis.
  • Troponin and NT-proBNP levels can be used to detect cardiac sarcoidosis.
  • Sarcoidosis can cause granulomas in various organs.
  • Sarcoidosis can be diagnosed through biopsy of affected tissue.
  • Sarcoidosis can have a range of symptoms and severity.
  • Sarcoidosis is a rare inflammatory disease of unknown cause.
  • It can affect multiple organs, including the lungs, heart, and nervous system.
  • Diagnosis is based on a combination of clinical, radiographic, and laboratory findings.
  • Treatment is not always necessary, but may be required if there is a risk of severe organ dysfunction or symptoms.
  • Corticosteroids are the first-line treatment, but other immunosuppressants may be used.
  • Remission is possible, but relapses can occur.
  • Monitoring is important for both treatment and follow-up.
  • Cardiac, neurologic, renal, or ocular involvement requires early treatment.
  • Adult Still's disease is a rare inflammatory rheumatic disorder with fever as its main symptom.
  • Diagnosis can be difficult and requires ruling out other conditions.

How much do you know about the rare inflammatory disease known as sarcoidosis? Test your knowledge with this quiz and learn more about Löfgren syndrome, cardiac sarcoidosis, diagnosis, treatment options, and more. With multiple-choice questions covering a range of topics, this quiz is perfect for anyone looking to expand their understanding of this complex disease. Use your knowledge of keywords such as granulomas, corticosteroids, and Kveim test to ace this quiz and improve your understanding

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