Key result
Systemic lupus erythematosus was associated with significant echocardiographic abnormalities, including pericardial effusion (24%) and thickened pericardium (29%), compared to controls.
Population
21 unselected patients with systemic lupus erythematosus
Design
Case-control
Authors
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Frequent subclinical pericardial changes in SLE may prompt closer monitoring; leaves open whether routine screening alters outcomes.
Cross-Sectional (n=21)
Patients with systemic lupus erythematosus frequently exhibit subclinical echocardiographic abnormalities, including pericardial effusion and reduced left ventricular systolic function, compared to healthy controls.
Chia et al. (1981) conducted a cross-sectional in Systemic lupus erythematosus (n=21). Systemic lupus erythematosus vs. Control group was evaluated on Echocardiographic abnormalities. Systemic lupus erythematosus was associated with significant echocardiographic abnormalities, including pericardial effusion (24%) and thickened pericardium (29%), compared to controls.
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