Overall Presentation Goal

Provide an understanding of childhood-onset lupus through a case presentation reviewing key clinical features, diagnostic approach, and initial management of new-onset SLE.

Learning Objectives

1. Define childhood-onset SLE and describe its incidence, prevalence, and demographic risk factors

2. Identify the most common presenting symptoms and organ system manifestations of cSLE

3. Outline the appropriate workup for a patient with concern for SLE

4. Describe the prevalence and clinical significance of elevated liver enzymes in new-onset lupus

5. Review the appropriate management for a child with new onset SLE

6. Discuss the most common complications of SLE.