Familial clustering of recurrent pericarditis may disclose tumour necrosis factor receptor-associated periodic syndrome.

Abstract

Familial clustering has been recently reported in up to 10% of patients with recurrent pericarditis, thus suggesting in some cases a possible genetic predisposition. Our study suggests that familial clustering may represent a clue for investigating mutations in the TNFRSF1A gene in these patients and eventually disclose TRAPS.