CASE DISCUSSION

Approach to Small Vessel Vasculitis

Presented from India by Dr. Kriti Kishor

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Case Description

The approach to small vessel vasculitis involves a comprehensive assessment, including clinical evaluation, laboratory tests, and imaging studies to confirm the diagnosis and identify underlying causes. Treatment typically focuses on immunosuppressive therapies, such as corticosteroids and...

Case Summary

Vasculitis is a disorder characterized by inflammation and necrosis of blood vessels, leading to impaired blood flow and organ dysfunction. It can be immune-mediated or caused by direct invasion of infectious pathogens. Histopathology reveals transmural inflammatory infiltrate and thrombus formation within the vessel walls.

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Dr. Kriti Kishor

Senior Consultant Rheumatology, Yatharth Super Speciality Hospital, Noida

Dr. Kriti Kishor, Senior Consultant Rheumatology, Yatharth Super Speciality Hospital, Noida

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