New Subtype of ANCA-associated Vasculitis Proposed by Researchers in China
Patients with granulomatosis with polyangiitis whose autoantibodies are against the myeloperoxidase protein (MPO) have increased disease activity at diagnosis but milder kidney manifestations than other vasculitis patients. Based on findings from a retrospective analysis, a research team in China proposes that these patients should be considered a unique subtype of…