The following article was excerpted from The Johns Hopkins University Vasculitis Center. ANCA: Anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies. The abbreviation is pronounced just like the last name of the singer, Paul Anka. These antibodies are found in patients with some forms of vasculitis, particularly Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA/Wegener’s), microscopic polyangiitis, and the Eosinophilic granulomatosis…...
YouTube Education Videos
The Vasculitis Foundation is committed to providing the most current information on diagnosis, treatment and research efforts. The YouTube VF Education Channel features presentations, interviews and webinars by vasculitis experts defining vasculitis and explaining diagnostic procedures, treatment options and the latest in research efforts. The 2013 VF Symposium Presentations …...
Medic Alert Bracelet
This service helps you communicate important medical information to first responders and medical personnel when you can’t. The membership is especially valuable for vasculitis patients because their diseases are rare and present unique challenges due to disease damage and medication effects. MedicAlert membership helps assure safer and faster emergency treatment.…...
Diagnostic and Test Procedures
How Is Vasculitis Diagnosed? Your doctor will diagnose vasculitis based on your signs and symptoms, your medical history, a physical exam, and test results. Specialists Involved Depending on the type of vasculitis you have and the organs affected, your doctor may refer you to various specialists, including: A rheumatologist (joint…...
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