Objective This study aims to elucidate the clinical manifestations, diagnostic challenges, and management strategies of adult-onset Still's disease (AOSD) during pregnancy, leveraging a case series overview and a detailed case report from our center.
Study Design A comprehensive review of 21 published case reports on AOSD diagnosed during pregnancy was conducted, alongside a detailed case report of a patient diagnosed and managed at our center. This study emphasizes the importance of recognizing AOSD in pregnant patients, outlines the therapeutic challenges encountered, and discusses the potential complications arising from the disease and its treatment.
Results The onset of AOSD during pregnancy predominantly occurs in the first or second trimester, with a polycyclic disease course observed in most cases. Management primarily involves corticosteroids and immunosuppressive medications, balancing the disease control with potential pregnancy complications. The case report highlights the complex interplay between AOSD, hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis, and pregnancy, illustrating a multidisciplinary approach to management that ensured favorable maternal and fetal outcomes despite the significant challenges.
Conclusion AOSD presents unique diagnostic and therapeutic challenges during pregnancy, requiring careful consideration of maternal and fetal health. Early diagnosis, a multidisciplinary approach to care, and judicious use of immunosuppressive therapy are critical for managing AOSD flares and associated complications. Further research is necessary to optimize care for this rare condition in the context of pregnancy.
Keywords adult-onset Still's disease - management of AOSD during pregnancy - rheumatology - disorders - Anakinra and pregnancy - hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis - pregnancy complications - macrophage activation syndrome Source of SupportThis research did not receive any specific grant from funding agencies in the public, commercial, or not-for-profit sectors.
Informed consent was obtained from the patient for publication of this article after the nature and possible consequences of the study had been fully explained.
All authors have made substantial contributions to the conception, design, acquisition of data, and analysis and interpretation of the case report. Specifically, each author was involved in reviewing radiologic and pathological findings and synthesizing the article into a comprehensive report for academic dissemination. All authors contributed to drafting the manuscript and revising it critically for important intellectual content. They have given final approval of the version to be published and agree to be accountable for all aspects of the work in ensuring that questions related to the accuracy or integrity of any part of the work are appropriately investigated and resolved.
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Publication HistoryReceived: 15 March 2024
Accepted: 10 April 2024
Accepted Manuscript online:
02 May 2024
Article published online:
24 May 2024
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