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Sarcoidosis Flashcards

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What is Sarcoidosis?

A

Formation of Inflammatory Nodules (Granulomas) across organs e.g. Lungs.

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Distinguishing signs of Sarcoidosis?

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Lofgren’s Syndrome

1) Erythema Nodosum (red, tender shins)
2) Hilar lymphadenopathy
3) Polyarthralgia - painful joints

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Other organ signs?

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Liver: cirrhosis + cholestasis
Heart: bundle branch block, heart block
Eyes: Uveitis, optic neuritis + conjunctivitis

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Investigating suspected Sarcoidosis?

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1) Bedside: ACE, IL2, CRP all raised
2) CXR + High Res CT: Pulmonary nodules + Hilar lymphadenopathy
3) PET scan: active inflammation

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Gold Standard Diagnostic Test + signs?

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Histology/Biopsy: No-caseating Granulomas visible

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Management of Mild Sarcoidosis?

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None

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Management of Severe Sarcoidosis?

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1st line: Bisphosphonates + oral steroids 6-24 months
2nd line: Methotrexate OR azathioprine
Lung Transplant if needed

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Most common site of pulmonary fibrosis

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Upper Lung Zones

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