A Case of Cryoglobulinemia Associated with Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis. Journal Article


Authors: Giangreco, David; Scaglione, Steven J.; Martin Cohen, Stanley; Tehrani, Rodney
Article Title: A Case of Cryoglobulinemia Associated with Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis.
Abstract: The article describes the case of a 44-year-old man who complained of bilateral lower extremity rash, arthralgias, subjective fevers and chills. His medical history included hypertension and abnormal liver function test results. Information on the results of his laboratory tests is also provided. Superficial acute leukocytoclastic vasculitis was detected via a biopsy of his left leg. He was diagnosed with type III cryoglobulinemia. His condition improved after undergoing prednisone therapy.
Journal Title: Gastroenterology Hepatology
ISSN: 1554-7914
Publisher: Unknown  
Date Published: 2012