Wegeners Granulomatosis

be extensive. ANCAs can be positive after the use of certain drugs and other forms of vasculitis can present with very similar symptoms. The saddle-nose deformity may also be seen in relapsing polychondritis, cocaine abuse and in congenital syphilis. [edit] Criteria In 1990, the American College of Rheumatology accepted classification criteria for Wegener's. These criteria were not intended for diagnosis, but for inclusion in randomised controlled trials. Two or more positive criteria have ...
Author: WhiskeyLovinAtheist; Tags: Autoimmune Vasculitis Lungs Kidneys Prednisone Cytoxin Bactrim Rituxan


















