Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) in Children
Über den Vortrag
Der Vortrag „Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) in Children“ von Brian Alverson, MD ist Bestandteil des Kurses „Year 4 – Selective Sub-Internship“. Der Vortrag ist dabei in folgende Kapitel unterteilt:
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
- Clinical Presentation of SLE
Quiz zum Vortrag
Which of the following is NOT a diagnostic criterion for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)?
- Peeling of the skin of the hands and feet
- Malar rash
- Photosensitivity
- Serositis
- Oral ulcers
Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)?
- It is an inflammatory autoimmune disease.
- The primary feature of SLE is antibody-mediated damage to the joints.
- SLE can only be caused by genetic causes, without external triggers.
- SLE is more common in boys than in girls.
- SLE is usually diagnosed around 2-5 years of age.
Which of the following is NOT part of the pathophysiology of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)?
- B-cell suppression
- Activated T-cells
- Dendritic cells
- Anti-nuclear antibodies
- B-cell hyperactivity
Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding endocarditis in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)?
- A microorganism must be isolated for diagnosis.
- The warty deposits can be 1-3 mm in size.
- Blood cultures don't reveal any organisms.
- It is also referred to as Libman-Sachs endocarditis.
- It looks like bacterial endocarditis on gross examinaton.
Which of the following is NOT a CNS finding seen in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)?
- Ataxia
- Transverse myelitis
- Stroke
- Chorea/tremors
- Seizure
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Dozent des Vortrages Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) in Children
Brian Alverson, MD
Dr. Brian Alverson is the Residency Director at Nemours Children's Hospital in Wilmington, Delaware and a Professor of Pediatrics at Jefferson University in Philadelphia. Until 2022, he has been a Professor of Pediatrics and Professor of Medical Science at Brown University, as well as the Director for the Division of Pediatric Hospital Medicine at Hasbro Children's Hospital, Rhode Island, USA.
He obtained his MD at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in 1999 and is currently also the Director of Undergraduate Pediatric Education at the Alpert School of Medicine at Brown University.
Due to his achievements in pediatric education, he has won over 25 teaching awards at two Ivy League Medical Schools.
Within Lecturio, Dr. Alverson teaches courses on Pediatrics.
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Very informative. Keeping it to the point. Perfect for an introduction before opening the book!
Excellent lecture, one more complex topic explained in its most essential components. Thanks!
Excellent means of simplifying a complex topic especially the numerous symptoms
