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  • Title: [Neonatal lupus erythematosis and atrial-ventricular block. A case report and review of the literature].
    Author: Ghayad E, Haddad F, Tohme A, Salame E.
    Journal: J Med Liban; 1998; 46(1):36-9. PubMed ID: 9795521.
    Abstract:
    Neonatal lupus erythematosus is a rare syndrome. It is characterized by a transient lupus dermatitis and congenital heart block. The immunopathogenesis of the disease has been linked to the presence of the SSA antibody. In this report, we describe a symptomatic congenital heart block in a 13-year-old male whose mother had documented systemic lupus erythematosus. We also discuss how to manage a woman with lupus erythematosus and positive antiSSA/Ro antibodies. We conclude that patients with neonatal lupus and their mothers should be observed closely before delivery and for prolonged periods for signs of active disease.
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