wegener's granulomatosis Flashcards
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what is wegener’s granulomatosis
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vasculitis affecting small and medium vessels
causes ENT, lungs and kidney symptoms
c-ANCA associated vasulitis
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ENT symptoms of wegener’s granulomatosis
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saddle shaped nose, ear infection
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lungs symptoms of wegener’s granulomatosis
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diffuse alveolar haemorrhage -> haemoptysis
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kidney symptoms of wegener’s granulomatosis
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glomerulonepritis -> haematuria
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how to diagnose wegners granulomatosis
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c- ANCA positve
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treatment of wegners granulomatosis
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corticosteroids
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