Malang Respiratory Journal
Vol. 8 No. 1 (2026): Volume 8 No 1, March 2026 Edition

Interstitial Lung Disease Related to Dematomyositis: Rare Case

Dian Megawati (Unknown)
Fanny Fachrucha (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
25 Mar 2026

Abstract

Background: Dermatomyositis is a rare disease caused by inflammation of the muscles and connective tissues. One of the most common complications is interstitial lung disease (ILD) caused by a humoral immune response. Case: The case presented is a 48-year-old woman with classic symptoms of DM accompanied by respiratory symptoms and low lung fuctiond who was objectively proven to have ILD as a complication. Multidisciplinary collaboration was carried out to treat the patient. Conclusion: ILD is one of the complication and predictors of poor prognosis in DM patients. Comprehensive management and regular monitoring are needed to inhibit disease progression. Keywords: dermatomyositis, complication, ILD

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mrj

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Biochemistry, Genetics & Molecular Biology Education Health Professions Immunology & microbiology Medicine & Pharmacology Public Health Other

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Malang Respiratory Journal is the official open-access journal of Department of Pulmonology Respiratory Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Brawijaya, Malang, Indonesia. It publishes articles two times per year. It is a peer reviewed publication of Indonesian Pulmonology and Respiratory ...