Statin-induced autoimmune necrotizing myositis-A single-center case series highlighting this potentially life-threatening but treatable condition

Abstract

Statin-induced autoimmune necrotizing myositis is a rare but important cause muscle weakness. Withdrawal of the statin and steroid treatment alone may be insufficient treatment for SIANM. Targeted immunosuppression may be needed and can be effective.

Keywords: muscle weakness; myopathy; myositis; statin; statin‐induced necrotising myositis.