63F presents with a two week history of progressive weakness and dysphagia. There is no diurnal variation. On examination she has a violaceous rash over the eyelids and papules over the knuckles. Tone is normal. There is a proximal pattern of weakness bilaterally. Reflexes are normal. A muscle biopsy has been sent off, with your working diagnosis of dermatomyositis. What additional investigation should you consider at this stage?

7 votes

A. MRI brain
 
14% / 1 vote
B. MRI pelvis
 
0% / 0 votes
C. CT chest/abdo/pelvis
 
71% / 5 votes
D. PET scan
 
0% / 0 votes
E. Chest x-ray
 
14% / 1 vote


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