Case Report: Sapho syndrome complicated by chest pain successfully treated with relocation - Scorecard - MDSpire

Case Report: Sapho syndrome complicated by chest pain successfully treated with relocation

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  • Youjun Zhang

  • Hongjin Chen

  • Shaofeng Guan

  • Xinkai Qu

  • June 2, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Case Study: Successful Management of Chest Pain in a Patient with SAPHO Syndrome Through Relocation Therapy

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
Condition
Key MechanismsInvolves genetic, immunological, and environmental factors; role of propionibacterium acnes and dysregulation of IL-1β, TNF-α, and IL-17 pathways needs attribution.
Target Population
Care Setting

Key Highlights

  • Remove 'Environmental modifications may serve as an adjunctive treatment.'

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

    Management

    • Current treatments include NSAIDs and corticosteroids.

    Monitoring & Follow-up

      Risks

        Patient & Prescribing Data

        60-year-old female with SAPHO syndrome.

        Relocation to a drier environment and topical corticosteroid ointment were effective.

        Clinical Best Practices

        • Remove 'Consider environmental factors in the management of SAPHO syndrome.'

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