People with ANCA-associated vasculitis (AAV) who develop bronchiectasis — a chronic lung condition marked by permanent widening of certain parts of the airways — may face a higher risk of serious infections and death, according to a new study. The researchers found that bronchiectasis in individuals with granulomatosis with polyangiitis…
Discussion
Before ANCA-associated vasculitis (AAV), I never gave breathing a second thought. It was automatic, like blinking or walking across a room. Then came a day when I walked from my bedroom to the kitchen and couldn’t breathe. There were actually many days like this, but I will never forget…
A risk score that combines blood tests and kidney biopsy findings performed among the strongest tools for predicting kidney failure in people with ANCA-associated vasculitis (AAV), a small study suggests. The analysis also showed that all three risk scoring systems evaluated remained linked to the risk of kidney failure…
Becoming educated and informed about ANCA vasculitis is a good first step. Here you’ll find general information such as the diagnosis, symptoms, and causes.
It helps to know others have been where you are now. Here’s a collection of our columnists’ words of wisdom to help you along on your ANCA vasculitis journey.
There is no cure for ANCA vasculitis yet, but here you can find more information about current approved treatments, as well as experimental treatments that are in the pipeline.
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