Recurrent focal myositis in a patient on maintenance hemodialysis

Publication date: Available online 15 December 2014 Source:Hong Kong Journal of Nephrology Author(s): Manjusha Yadla , C. Krishna Kishore , V. Sivakumar , P. Sriramnaveen , Y. Sandeep Reddy , Avssn Sridhar , B. Vijayalakshmi , A.Y. Lakshmi , B. Phanindra Focal myositis is a benign inflammatory process involving a single group of muscles. It may resolve with conservative measures or may be a harbinger for polymyositis. Very few focal myosites are recurrent, and recurrence in patients with end-stage renal disease on hemodialysis is extremely rare. Clinical examination, electromyography, and magnetic resonance imaging help in identifying this entity. Muscle biopsy and histopathological evaluation are mandatory in diagnosis. It often responds to conservative treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs and physiotherapy, but occasionally it requires therapy with steroids.
Source: Hong Kong Journal of Nephrology - Category: Urology & Nephrology Source Type: research