Anti-Mi2β dermatomyositis: overview

An overview of the nailfold from the anti-Mi2β dermatomyositis case. This wider view provides context; use the complete study for calibrated measurements and individual capillary assessment.

An overview of the nailfold from the anti-Mi2β dermatomyositis case. This wider view provides context; use the complete study for calibrated measurements and individual capillary assessment.
An overview of the nailfold from the anti-Mi2β dermatomyositis case. This wider view provides context; use the complete study for calibrated measurements and individual capillary assessment.

Source study context

There is marked capillary loss (4.8/mm), architectural disorganization, frequent dilations, giant capillaries, and abnormal/branched shapes, indicating severe active microangiopathy.

Measurements and classification refer to the described study or visit; they are not new measurements of this image.

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Image details

Pathology
Dermatomyositis (anti-Mi2β+)
Pattern
Severe Myositis-Associated Microangiopathy
Severity
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Author or contributor
Gema María Lledó Ibáñez
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Teaching point

An overview of the nailfold from the anti-Mi2β dermatomyositis case. This wider view provides context; use the complete study for calibrated measurements and individual capillary assessment.

Clinical caveat

This image illustrates a visual finding and should be interpreted with acquisition quality, distribution across fingers, clinical context, and serology when relevant.

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