Hématome surrénalien associé à un purpura rhumatoïde

Abstract

Schönlein-Henoch purpura is a systemic vasculitis involving primarily the skin, musculoskeletal system, gastro-intestinal tract, and kidneys. The purpose of this paper was to report the first described pediatric case, to our knowledge, of adrenal hemorrhage occurring in Schönlein-Henoch purpura. Case report. – Our patient was a 12 year-old girl who presented a right adrenal hematoma diagnosed following an episode of acute right flank pain, ten days prior to the appearance of the clinical symptoms of Schönlein-Henoch purpura. Conclusion. – We think that Schönlein-Henoch purpura should be included in the diagnosis of adrenal hematomas.