Successful use of combined corticosteroids and rituximab in a patient with refractory cutaneous polyarteritis nodosa

We report a case of refractory cutaneous polyarteritis nodosa who failed three immunosuppressive therapies and three different biological agents. He was successfully treated with two rituximab 1000 mg infusions with a good efficacy and tolerance. This case demonstrates the safety and efficacy of rituximab in treatment of refractory cutaneous polyarteritis nodosa.
Source: Journal of Dermatology and Dermatologic Surgery - Category: Dermatology Source Type: research