Statin‐induced autoimmune necrotizing myositis—A single‐center case series highlighting this potentially life‐threatening but treatable condition. Issue 12 (27th October 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Jasim, Muhamad; Sapkota, Hem; Timmons, Margaret; Manfredonia, Francesco; Pohl, Ute; Barkham, Nick
• Is Part Of: Clinical case reports. Volume 8:Issue 12(2020)
• Page Start: 3373
• Page End: 3377
• Publication Date: 2020-10-27
• Subjects: muscle weakness -- myopathy -- myositis -- statin -- statin‐induced necrotising myositis; Medicine -- Periodicals; 616.09
• DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.3350
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2050-0904

Abstract

Abstract: Statin‐induced autoimmune necrotizing myositis is a rare but important cause muscle weakness. Withdrawal of the statin and steroid treatment alone may be insufficient treatment for SIANM. Targeted immunosuppression may be needed and can be effective. Abstract : Statin‐induced autoimmune necrotizing myositis is a rare but important cause muscle weakness. Withdrawal of the statin and steroid treatment alone may be insufficient treatment for SIANM. Targeted immunosuppression may be needed and can be effective.