Abstract
The side effects of propylthiouracil, including cytopenia and vasculitis, are well established. We present an interesting case in which cytopenia and cutaneous vasculopathy occurred concomitantly in a critically ill patient. The patient was initially treated for suspected infection until dermatologic and rheumatologic workup revealed ANCA-positivity and vasculopathy on histopathology, most consistent with an atypical presentation of ANCA-positive vasculitis. Upon initiation of immunosuppressive therapy, the patient’s condition rapidly improved emphasizing the importance of early recognition of this condition.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 9 |
Journal | Dermatology Online Journal |
Volume | 21 |
Issue number | 8 |
State | Published - Aug 1 2015 |
Keywords
- ANCA vasculitis
- Propylthiouracil
- Vasculopathy