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Infections Lead Thoracic CT Findings in SLE

Researchers characterize spectrum of pulmonary and extrathoracic involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus.

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  • Kathryn Wighton

  • May 7, 2026

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    Study included 60 SLE patients using chest CT.

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    Infection found in 53%, mainly bacterial.

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    Pulmonary arterial hypertension in 50% of cases.

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    High-resolution CT was predominant imaging method.

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    Extrathoracic findings included splenomegaly (52%) and renal abnormalities.

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    Challenges exist in differentiating pneumonia types.

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    Study funded by the Indian Council of Medical Research.

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Infections Lead Thoracic CT Findings in SLE

  • by Kathryn Wighton

  • May 7, 2026

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