Headaches in SLE patients: a cross-sectional analysis of clinical, immunological, and Radiological Correlations
This study underscore es the complex relationship between SLE and headaches, suggesting that headaches may serve as an indicator of heightened SLE disease activity. Immunological factors, particularly aPL antibodies, show a strong association with specific headache types. MRI abnormalities further emphasize the intricate neurobiological aspects in SLE patients experiencing headaches. Continued research is essential to better understand biomarkers, genetic factors, and effective treatment strategies for managing headaches in SLE patients.
Authors
- Hosna Elshony (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7078-4697)
- Enas S. Zahran
- Eman Samy
- Mona Sabry
Institutions
- Security Forces Hospital (SA)
- Menoufia University (EG)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMC Rheumatology
- Published
- 2024-10-31
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s41927-024-00424-4
- Primary Topic
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Research
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00