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Eosinophilic Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (EGP) (Churg-Strauss Syndrome) Flashcards

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What is EGPA?

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An ANCA associated small-medium vessel vasculitis

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What are the features of EGPA?

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Asthma
Dyspnoea
Vasculitis
Blood eosinophilia (>10%)
Paranasal sinusitis
Mononeuritis multiplex *
pANCA positive in 60%
  • painful, asymmetrical, asynchronous sensory and motor peripheral neuropathy involving isolated damage to at least 2 seperate nerve areas.
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What drugs can precipitate the disease

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Leukotriene receptor antagonists

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