صفحه 1:
A 73-year-old man is evaluated for a 3-year history of progressive
weakness. He has a 7- year history of hyperlipidemia and hypertension
treated with atorvastatin and lisinopril. On physical examination, vital
signs are normal. Symmetric proximal and distal weakness in both arms
is noted. Hip flexor strength is diminished, and he has a waddling gait.
Otherwise, lower extremity strength is normal. Upper extremity
examination is notable for atrophy of the forearm muscles and a weak
grip. No muscle tendermess, joint swelling, edema, or rash is observed.
Laboratory findings: + Serum creatine kinase (CK): 310 U/L (mildly
elevated) + Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR): Normal * Serum
aminotransferases: Normal + Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH): Normal
Question: Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?
(A) Inclusion body myositis
(B) Polymyositis
(C) Statin myopathy (
D) Systemic lupus erythematosus
صفحه 2:
Case Overview: Clinical Presentation
Patient History Physical Findings
A 73-year-old man with a 3-year history of progressive Symmetric proximal and distal weakness in both arms,
weakness and a 7-year history of hyperlipidemia and diminished hip flexor strength, waddling gait, forearm
hypertension treated with atorvastatin and lisinopril. muscle atrophy, and weak grip. No muscle tenderness
or joint abnormalities.
صفحه 3:
Laboratory and
Diagnostic Findings
Creatine
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Key Lab Results
Mildly elevated serum creatine kinase (CK) at 310 U/L,
normal erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), normal serum
aminotransferases, and normal thyroid-stimulating hormone
(TSH).
Significance
CK elevation is mild, consistent with IBM rather than other
inflammatory myopathies which typically show higher CK
levels.
صفحه 4:
Inclusion Body Myositis:
Clinical Characteristics
Muscle Weakness Typical Patient Profile
Pattern
Asymmetric involvement of Insidious onset in men over 50
proximal muscles like hip flexors years, with slow progression
and distal muscles such as over years leading to falls,
finger and wrist flexors. dysphagia, and grip weakness.
Laboratory Features
Normal or mildly elevated CK, presence of anti-cN-1A antibodies, and
characteristic muscle biopsy findings.
صفحه 5:
Histopathologic
Features of IBM
Key Biopsy Findings
Vacuolated muscle fibers with eosinophilic inclusions known
as rimmed vacuoles, protein aggregates such as amyloid-B
and phosphorylated tau, and endomysial inflammation with
CD8+ T-cell infiltration.
Diagnostic Importance
Biopsy confirms diagnosis especially in atypical cases,
distinguishing IBM from polymyositis and dermatomyositis.
صفحه 6:
Differentiating IBM from
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صفحه 7:
Pathognomonic Signs and Diagnostic
Laboratory and Biopsy
* Mildly elevated CK (usually <10x ULN)
* Muscle biopsy showing rimmed vacuoles and protein
aggregates
* EMG with myopathic and chronic neurogenic changes
Criteria
Clinical Hallmarks
+ Slow progressive weakness >12 months
* Proximal and distal muscle involvement
* Finger flexor and quadriceps weakness
صفحه 8:
Management and
Prognosis of IBM
Treatment Supportive Care
Challenges
IBM shows poor response Physical therapy to
to immunosuppressive maintain muscle strength
therapies like steroids or and swallowing
IVIG, unlike polymyositis. evaluations to manage
dysphagia risks.
Statin Consideration
Adjust statin therapy if statin-induced myopathy is
suspected, although less likely in classic IBM.
صفحه 9:
Comparative Summary of Inflammatory
Inclusion Body Myositis
Older males, slow progressive
proximal and distal weakness, mild
CK elevation, poor response to
immunotherapy.
Polymyositis
Proximal weakness, elevated CK,
responds well to immunotherapy,
associated with other connective
tissue diseases.
Myopathies
Dermatomyositis
More common in females, presents
with rash, proximal weakness, high
CK, and perivascular inflammation.
صفحه 10:
Key Takeaways and
Clinical Implications
Recognise Clinical Pattern
Identify slow, progressive proximal and distal weakness,
especially finger flexor involvement in older adults.
Confirm Diagnosis
Use mildly elevated CK, EMG, and muscle biopsy to
differentiate IBM from other myopathies.
Manage Supportively
Focus on physical therapy and symptom management
due to poor response to immunosuppressive treatments.