A rare combination of autoimmune hemolytic anemia and primary antiphospholipid syndrome evolving into systemic lupus erythematosus

Global Journal of Transfusion Medicine

关键词: Antiphospholipid antibody syndrome;    autoimmune hemolytic anemia;    systemic lupus erythematosus;   

DOI  :  10.4103/2455-8893.189845

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

The association of autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) with primary antiphospholipid antibody syndrome (primary APS) has not been well established. However, the occurrence of AIHA in primary APS may define a subgroup of patients with a significant risk for subsequent development of SLE. We report a case of 28 year old male who presented with clinical features of cerebral arterial thrombosis and symptomatic anemia. Subsequently the diagnosis of primary APS and warm type AIHA was made. Patient was treated for cerebral thrombosis along with glucocorticoids and least incompatible red cell concentrates. After a regular follow up of 20 months, the patient developed positivity for antinuclear antibody and oral mucosal ulcers confirming the diagnosis of SLE. This case emphasizes that patients with primary APS should always be evaluated for AIHA as this combination is not impossible, though rare. It poses a significant risk of development of SLE. Transfusion medicine specialist has a role to play in the diagnosis and management of AIHA.

【 授权许可】

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