Anti‐Mitochondrial Antibody‐Positive Myositis: Analyses of 123 Adult‐Onset Cases With Cardiac Evaluation

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Authors: Tomoyuki Mutoh, Mikihiro Takahashi, Hiroshi Fujii
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Abstract

This systematic review analyzed 123 adult-onset cases of anti-mitochondrial antibody-positive myositis with cardiac evaluation. Cardiac involvement was frequent, often refractory to immunosuppressive therapy, and commonly required electronic cardiac devices, highlighting the need for early recognition and proactive cardiac monitoring in this rare and distinct myositis subtype.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Inflammatory Myopathies and Dermatomyositis IgG4-Related and Inflammatory Diseases Liver Diseases and Immunity

Publication details

Journal / source
International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases
Publisher
Wiley
Volume
29
Issue
1
Pages
e70543–e70543
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN