Systemic Vasculitis
2014 ◽
pp. 271-276
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The vasculitides are a group of disorders that are characterized by the presence of inflammation in vessel walls, which leads to vascular occlusion and tissue necrosis. Systemic vasculitic syndromes can present clinically in protean fashion and may be due to a variety of mechanisms involving immune dysregulation that leads to endovascular inflammation. However, these immune mechanisms are still not well understood, and thus, one must rely on clinical, descriptive parameters for classification and treatment. This chapter focuses on well-recognized patterns of presentation, treatment guidelines, and emerging insights on pathogenic mechanisms and implications for future treatment options.
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2017 ◽
Vol 3
(3)
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pp. 153-163
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2009 ◽
Vol 2
(suppl 3)
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pp. iii12-iii19
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