Abstract:Rationale:
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) represents a risk of malignancy. The mechanism of carcinogenesis is not fully elucidated. Lymphomas are the most reported cancers in lupus. Other hemopathies have been reported, such as leukemia but remain unusual.
Patient concerns:
We report a 30-year-old woman with SLE diagnosed 20 months ago associated with end-stage renal disease and active hepatitis B. She was treated with hydroxychloroquine and azathio… Show more
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