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First validated classification criteria for discoid lupus erythematosus unveiled

Publish date:: June 29, 2020

Key clinical point: This marks the first validated classification criteria for discoid lupus erythematosus.

Major finding: A score of 5 or greater yields a classification as discoid lupus erythematosus with 84.1% sensitivity and 75.9% specificity.

Study details: A prospective cohort study of 215 patients evaluated at nine clinical sites.

Disclosures: The researchers reported having no financial disclosures.

Citation:

Elman S et al. AAD 20, late-breaking abstract.

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