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Vasculitis Asociada a Anticuerpos Citoplasmáticos Antinucleares

La vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus asociada a anticuerpos citoplasmáticos antinucleares ( ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis, por sus siglas en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum inglés) es una subcategoría de las vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus que incluye la granulomatosis con poliangeítis, la poliangeítis microscópica, la granulomatosis eosinofílica con poliangeítis, la glomerulonefritis necrotizante y semilunar limitada al AL Amyloidosis riñón y la vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus asociada a ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis inducida por fármacos. Las 5 enfermedades pueden causar vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus de pequeños vasos potencialmente mortal, con una amplia gama de manifestaciones sistémicas, que pueden afectar a los LOS Neisseria pulmones, los LOS Neisseria riñones, la piel, el corazón y otros tejidos. El diagnóstico se sospecha por la presentación clínica y una prueba de ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis citoplasmática (c) o perinuclear (p) positiva. La biopsia del tejido afectado confirma el diagnóstico. Los LOS Neisseria glucocorticoides y la terapia inmunosupresora son los LOS Neisseria pilares del tratamiento.

Last updated: Dec 15, 2025

Editorial responsibility: Stanley Oiseth, Lindsay Jones, Evelin Maza

Descripción General

Definición

La vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus asociada a anticuerpos anticitoplasma de neutrófilos ( ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis, por sus siglas en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum inglés) se caracteriza por una vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus necrosante de pequeños vasos y una prueba ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis positiva sin depósitos significativos de inmunocomplejos.

Antecedentes

Los LOS Neisseria anticuerpos anticitoplasma de neutrófilos ( ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis) son:

  • Autoanticuerpos dirigidos contra proteínas contenidas en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum el interior de los LOS Neisseria neutrófilos (y monocitos, en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum menor grado).
  • Son específicos de proteínas asociadas a los LOS Neisseria gránulos citoplasmáticos de los LOS Neisseria neutrófilos y, al AL Amyloidosis unirse, desencadenan una respuesta inflamatoria exagerada (i.e., una reacción autoinmune).

Existen 2 subtipos de ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis clínicamente significativos:

  • Autoanticuerpos anti-mieloperoxidasa ( MPO MPO Acute Myeloid Leukemia):
    • También conocidos como pANCA
    • Tienen una carga neta positiva
    • Se unen a la mieloperoxidasa (hay autoanticuerpos pANCA clínicamente menos significativos que se dirigen contra la elastasa, la catepsina G, la lisozima y la lactoferrina).
      • La mieloperoxidasa es una proteína que se encuentra en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum los LOS Neisseria gránulos de los LOS Neisseria neutrófilos y que participa en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum la formación de especies reactivas de oxígeno con fines antimicrobianos.
      • La deficiencia de mieloperoxidasa (secundaria a la destrucción autoinmune de neutrófilos) provoca una respuesta inflamatoria exagerada.
    • La “p” de pANCA significa perinuclear porque en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum la tinción, estos anticuerpos tiñen la zona perinuclear del neutrófilo (donde la mieloperoxidasa y otras proteínas con carga negativa están muy concentradas).
  • Autoanticuerpos antiproteinasa 3 (PR3):
    • También conocidos como cANCA
    • Tienen una carga neta negativa
    • Se unen a PR3
      • La PR3 es una proteína que se encuentra en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum los LOS Neisseria gránulos azurófilos de los LOS Neisseria neutrófilos y que participa en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum la proteólisis de péptidos antimicrobianos con fines antimicrobianos.
      • La deficiencia de PR3 (secundaria a la destrucción autoinmune de neutrófilos) provoca una respuesta inflamatoria exagerada.
    • La “c” de cANCA significa citoplasmático porque, en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum la tinción, estos anticuerpos tiñen la zona citoplasmática periférica del neutrófilo (donde el PR3, que tiene carga positiva, está muy concentrado).

La presencia de ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis (i.e., una prueba ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis positiva):

  • No:
    • Diagnostica una enfermedad
    • Se correlaciona con la severidad de los LOS Neisseria síntomas
    • Se correlaciona con la gravedad de los LOS Neisseria síntomas
  • Es simplemente un marcador que ayuda a establecer patrones de enfermedad

La positividad de ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis se asocia a procesos de enfermedades autoinmunes (las siguientes designaciones pANCA/cANCA son solo orientativas; existe una variabilidad significativa):

  • Vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus:
    • Granulomatosis con poliangeítis (cANCA)
    • Poliangeítis microscópica (pANCA)
    • Granulomatosis eosinofílica con poliangeítis (pANCA)
    • Glomerulonefritis necrotizante crescéntrica primaria pauciinmune (también conocida como glomerulonefritis rápidamente progresiva [ RPGN RPGN Rapidly progressive glomerulonephritis (RPGN) is a syndrome of severe glomerular disease with progressive loss of kidney function within weeks to months. Histologically, crescents (the proliferation of epithelial cells and the infiltration of monocytes/macrophages in the Bowman space) are found in the glomeruli and arise from immunologic injury. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis] o vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus renal limitada) (pANCA)
    • Vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus asociada a ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis inducida por fármacos (pANCA)
  • Enfermedad por autoanticuerpos anti-membrana basal glomerular (MBG) (pANCA)
  • Nefritis intersticial (pANCA)
  • Colitis Colitis Inflammation of the colon section of the large intestine, usually with symptoms such as diarrhea (often with blood and mucus), abdominal pain, and fever. Pseudomembranous Colitis ulcerosa (pANCA)
  • Colangitis esclerosante primaria (pANCA)
  • Hepatitis autoinmune (pANCA)
  • Artritis reumatoide (pANCA)
  • Fibrosis Fibrosis Any pathological condition where fibrous connective tissue invades any organ, usually as a consequence of inflammation or other injury. Bronchiolitis Obliterans quística (pANCA)

Clasificación

Las vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus asociadas a anticuerpos anticitoplasma de neutrófilos incluye 3 enfermedades principales siguientes:

  • Granulomatosis con poliangeítis:
    • La mayoría de los LOS Neisseria casos son cANCA+ (80%-90%).
    • Un pequeño porcentaje son pANCA+ o ANCA-.
  • Poliangeítis microscópica:
    • La mayoría de los LOS Neisseria casos son pANCA+ (cerca del 90%).
    • Un pequeño porcentaje son cANCA+ o ANCA-.
  • Granulomatosis eosinofílica con poliangitis (también conocida como síndrome de Churg-Strauss):
    • La mayoría de los LOS Neisseria casos son ANCA- (50%-70%).
    • Una minoría de casos son ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis+ (30%-50%).
    • La mayoría de los LOS Neisseria casos ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis+ son pANCA+ (75%-80%).
    • Un pequeño porcentaje son cANCA+.

Algunas fuentes también incluyen las 2 enfermedades siguientes:

  • Necrotizante renal limitada y Glomerulonefritis semilunar:
    • La mayoría de los LOS Neisseria casos son pANCA+ (75%-80%).
    • Un pequeño porcentaje son cANCA+ o ANCA-.
  • Vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus asociada a ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis inducida por fármacos:
    • La mayoría de los LOS Neisseria casos son pANCA+.
    • Un pequeño porcentaje son cANCA+.
Tabla: Medicamentos implicados en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum las vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus asociadas a ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis
Aagentes antitiroideos
  • Propiltiouracilo
  • Metimazol
    Biológicos
    • Etanercept Etanercept A recombinant version of soluble human tnf receptor fused to an IgG Fc fragment that binds specifically to tumor necrosis factor and inhibits its binding with endogenous tnf receptors. It prevents the inflammatory effect of tnf and is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis; psoriatic arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. Immunosuppressants
    • Infliximab Infliximab A chimeric monoclonal antibody to tnf-alpha that is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis; ankylosing spondylitis; psoriatic arthritis and Crohn’s disease. Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs (DMARDs)
    • Adalimumab Adalimumab A humanized monoclonal antibody that binds specifically to tnf-alpha and blocks its interaction with endogenous tnf receptors to modulate inflammation. It is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis; psoriatic arthritis; Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs (DMARDs)
      Antimicrobianos
      • Trimetoprin–sulfametoxazol (TMP-SMX)
      • Isoniazida
      • Rifampina
      • Vancomicina
      • Cefotaxime Cefotaxime Semisynthetic broad-spectrum cephalosporin. Cephalosporins
      • Minociclina
      • Nitrofurantoina
        Agentes reumatológicos
        • Alopurinol
        • Sulfasalazina
        • D-penicilamina
          Antihipertensivos
          • Hidralazina
            Agentes hipolipemiantes
            • Atorvastatina
              Agentes neurológicos/psiquiátricos
              • Clozapina
              • Tioridazina
              • Fenitoína
                Otros
                • Cocaína
                • Isotretinoina

                  Epidemiología

                  • Incidencia: aproximadamente 3/100 000
                  • Prevalencia: aproximadamente 42/100 000
                  • Las vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus asociadas a anticuerpos anticitoplasma de neutrófilos- antimieloperoxidasa es más común que las vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus asociadas a anticuerpos anticitoplasma de neutrófilos antiproteniasa 3
                  • Suele presentarse en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum la 6ª y 7ª décadas de la vida
                  • Afecta por igual a mujeres y hombres
                  • Más frecuente en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum personas de raza blanca
                  • Vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis inducida por medicamntos:
                    • Más frecuente en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum mujeres jóvenes
                    • Más frecuentemente asociada a lesiones cutáneas que otros AAV AAV Antinuclear cytoplasmic antibody (ANCA)-associated vasculitis (aav) includes granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA), microscopic polyangiitis (mpa), and eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (egpa). All 3 diseases cause life-threatening small-vessel vasculitis with a wide range of systemic manifestations, which can involve the lungs, kidneys, skin, and heart. Antineutrophil Cytoplasmic Antibody (ANCA)-Associated Vasculitis
                    • Afectación relativamente rara de riñones, tracto gastrointestinal y sistema nervioso
                    • Más comúnmente asociada con pANCA
                    • Puede asociarse a anticuerpos antihistona
                    • Generalmente, la gravedad de la enfermedad es más leve y el pronóstico es mejor

                  Fisiopatología

                  • Multifactorial
                  • Factores contribuyentes:
                    • Genéticos
                    • Exposición ambiental
                    • Infección
                    • Respuesta del sistema inmune innato y adaptativo
                    • Intensidad y duración del proceso de la enfermedad subyacente.
                  • Los LOS Neisseria neutrófilos desempeñan un papel fundamental:
                    • Los LOS Neisseria neutrófilos tienen autoantígenos ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis secuestrados en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum gránulos citoplasmáticos dentro de la célula ( los LOS Neisseria anticuerpos séricos no pueden acceder a ellos).
                    • Evento inflamatorio iniciador (e. g., infección, fármacos) → cebado de neutrófilos inducido por citocinas/complementos (factor de necrosis Necrosis The death of cells in an organ or tissue due to disease, injury or failure of the blood supply. Ischemic Cell Damage tumoral ɑ (TNF-ɑ), IL-1β, C5a).
                    • Cebado de neutrófilos → MPO MPO Acute Myeloid Leukemia y PR3 se desplazan del citoplasma a la superficie celular → unión a autoanticuerpos ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis
                    • Unión de los LOS Neisseria autoanticuerpos ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis a MPO MPO Acute Myeloid Leukemia/PR3 → activación de neutrófilos mediada por Fcɣ
                    • Activación de neutrófilos → activación de la vía del complemento → elaboración de C5a (atrae más neutrófilos y actúa como cebador adicional de neutrófilos)
                    • Los LOS Neisseria neutrófilos activados se adhieren a las paredes vasculares y las penetran → inflamación aguda/generación de especies reactivas del oxígeno → daño endotelial
                    • Inflamación aguda → activación del depósito de fibrina/colágeno (formación de trampas extracelulares de neutrófilos (NET)) → inflamación crónica ( apoptosis Apoptosis A regulated cell death mechanism characterized by distinctive morphologic changes in the nucleus and cytoplasm, including the endonucleolytic cleavage of genomic DNA, at regularly spaced, internucleosomal sites, I.e., DNA fragmentation. It is genetically-programmed and serves as a balance to mitosis in regulating the size of animal tissues and in mediating pathologic processes associated with tumor growth. Ischemic Cell Damage, necrosis Necrosis The death of cells in an organ or tissue due to disease, injury or failure of the blood supply. Ischemic Cell Damage, fibrosis Fibrosis Any pathological condition where fibrous connective tissue invades any organ, usually as a consequence of inflammation or other injury. Bronchiolitis Obliterans)

                  Presentación Clínica

                  La vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus asociada a ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis se presenta con una amplia gama de signos y síntomas dependiendo del sistema o sistemas de órganos implicados.

                  Síntomas constitucionales

                  Los LOS Neisseria síntomas constitucionales pueden estar presentes semanas o meses antes de que se desarrollen las características clínicas específicas:

                  • Artralgias
                  • Fiebre, sudores nocturnos
                  • Fatiga, letargo
                  • Pérdida de apetito
                  • Pérdida de peso

                  Afectación de las vías respiratorias superiores

                  • Más común en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum la granulomatosis con poliangeitis (95%) que en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum la poliangeitis microscópica (35%)
                  • Las manifestaciones incluyen:
                    • Sinusitis Sinusitis Sinusitis refers to inflammation of the mucosal lining of the paranasal sinuses. The condition usually occurs concurrently with inflammation of the nasal mucosa (rhinitis), a condition known as rhinosinusitis. Acute sinusitis is due to an upper respiratory infection caused by a viral, bacterial, or fungal agent. Sinusitis
                    • Otitis media
                    • Secreción nasal purulenta/sanguinolenta
                    • Úlceras en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum las membranas mucosas
                    • Policondritis
                    • Destrucción del hueso/cartílago:
                      • Pérdida de dientes
                      • Deformación de la nariz en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum silla de montar
                      • Pérdida de audición conductiva o deformación de la nariz en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum forma de silla de montar (típica de la granulomatosis con poliangeitis)
                    • Vía aérea:
                      • Disfonía
                      • Estridor
                      • Tos TOS Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is a broad term used for a spectrum of syndromes related to the general region of the thoracic outlet, which involves the compression or irritation of elements of the brachial plexus, subclavian artery, or subclavian vein. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
                      • Disnea
                      • Roncus
                      • Sibilancias
                      • Hemoptisis
                  Ejemplo de puente nasal colapsado

                  Ejemplo de puente nasal colapsado (deformidad de la nariz en silla de montar) que se observa en la granulomatosis con poliangeitis:
                  El individuo también muestra afectación orbital con proptosis (protrusión del globo ocular), edema de párpados y limitación de los movimientos oculares. La afectación orbital no suele producirse hasta años después del inicio de la enfermedad.

                  Imagen: “Anterior and lateral appearance of the patient” por Aletaha M, Tavakoli M, Kanavi MR, Hashemlou A, Roghaei S. Licencia: CC BY 2.5

                  Afectación de las vías respiratorias inferiores

                  • Parénquima:
                    • Crepitantes
                    • Hemorragia alveolar difusa
                    • Signos de consolidación y/o derrame pleural, incluyendo matidez a la percusión
                  • Los LOS Neisseria antecedentes de asma ASMA Autoimmune Hepatitis sugieren granulomatosis eosinofílica con poliangeitis más que granulomatosis con poliangeitis o poliangeitis microscópica.
                  Progresión a hemorragia alveolar difusa en un paciente con granulomatosis con poliangitis

                  Progresión a hemorragia alveolar difusa en un individuo con granulomatosis con poliangeitis:
                  A) radiografía frontal de tórax al ingreso
                  B) radiografía frontal de tórax en el mismo individuo después de 4 días

                  Imagen: “Posterior-anterior chest X-ray 4 days prior to admission” por Cardenas-Garcia J, Farmakiotis D, Baldovino BP, Kim P. Licencia: CC BY 2.0

                  Afectación renal

                  • La glomerulonefritis se observa en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum el 20% de los LOS Neisseria individuos en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum el momento del diagnóstico y en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum el 80% de los LOS Neisseria individuos después de 2 años.
                  • Las manifestaciones incluyen:
                  • Glomerulonefritis rápidamente progresiva: función renal que ↓ rápidamente en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum días o semanas y formación de semilunas glomerulares en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum la histología

                  Manifestaciones cutáneas

                  • Afecta al AL Amyloidosis 50% de los LOS Neisseria individuos
                  • Se observa más comúnmente en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum la vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis asociada a medicamentos en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum comparación con otras formas de vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus asociada a ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis
                  • Incluye:
                    • Púrpura
                    • Ulceraciones
                    • Urticaria Urticaria Urticaria is raised, well-circumscribed areas (wheals) of edema (swelling) and erythema (redness) involving the dermis and epidermis with associated pruritus (itch). Urticaria is not a single disease but rather is a reaction pattern representing cutaneous mast cell degranulation. Urticaria (Hives)
                    • Livedo reticularis Livedo reticularis A condition characterized by a reticular or fishnet pattern on the skin of lower extremities and other parts of the body. This red and blue pattern is due to deoxygenated blood in unstable dermal blood vessels. The condition is intensified by cold exposure and relieved by rewarming. Chronic Kidney Disease
                    • Nódulos
                  Múltiples ulceraciones en un paciente con poliangeítis microscópica

                  Múltiples ulceraciones en un individuo con poliangeitis microscópica

                  Imagen: “Ulcérations cutanées aux membres inférieurs” por Khammassi N, Chakroun A. Licencia: CC BY 2.0

                  Manifestaciones oftálmicas

                  • Dolor Dolor Inflammation
                  • Visión borrosa/diplopía
                  • Conjuntivitis
                  • Episcleritis/escleritis
                  • Ulceración corneal, uveítis, retinitis
                  • Neuropatía óptica
                  Edema de párpados, escleritis, quemosis y hemorragia subconjuntival en un paciente con granulomatosis con poliangitis

                  Edema de párpados, escleritis, quemosis y hemorragia subconjuntival en un individuo con granulomatosis con poliangeitis

                  Imagen: “The eye involvement of Wegener’s granulomatosis and signs of an acute epistaxis” por Bîrluţiu V, Rezi EC, Bîrluţiu RM, Zaharie IS. Licencia: CC BY 4.0

                  Manifestaciones neurológicas

                  • Mononeuritis múltiple (neuropatía periférica multifocal Multifocal Retinoblastoma)
                  • Déficits sensoriales
                  • Anomalías de los LOS Neisseria pares craneales
                  • Pérdida auditiva neurosensorial
                  • Meningismo

                  Cardiopatías

                  • Pericarditis Pericarditis Pericarditis is an inflammation of the pericardium, often with fluid accumulation. It can be caused by infection (often viral), myocardial infarction, drugs, malignancies, metabolic disorders, autoimmune disorders, or trauma. Acute, subacute, and chronic forms exist. Pericarditis
                  • Miocarditis
                  • Alteraciones de la conducción

                  Otros órganos (raras)

                  • Afectación del tracto gastrointestinal
                  • Artritis
                  • Enfermedad tiroidea o paratiroidea

                  Diagnóstico

                  Laboratorios

                  • Química sérica:
                    • ↑ Creatinina indica afectación renal.
                    • ↓ Albúmina indica pérdidas proteicas renales.
                    • AST AST Enzymes of the transferase class that catalyze the conversion of l-aspartate and 2-ketoglutarate to oxaloacetate and l-glutamate. Liver Function Tests/ ALT ALT An enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of l-alanine and 2-oxoglutarate to pyruvate and l-glutamate. Liver Function Tests indica afectación hepática.
                    • Posible alteración electrolítica debida a disfunción renal.
                    • Posible alteración ácido-base debida a disfunción renal.
                  • Análisis de orina:
                  • Marcadores inflamatorios:
                    • Elevación inespecífica de la velocidad de eritrosedimentación (VES) y proteína C reactiva ( PCR PCR Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is a technique that amplifies DNA fragments exponentially for analysis. The process is highly specific, allowing for the targeting of specific genomic sequences, even with minuscule sample amounts. The PCR cycles multiple times through 3 phases: denaturation of the template DNA, annealing of a specific primer to the individual DNA strands, and synthesis/elongation of new DNA molecules. Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR))
                    • IgE IgE An immunoglobulin associated with mast cells. Overexpression has been associated with allergic hypersensitivity. Immunoglobulins: Types and Functions (Granulomatosis eosinofílica con poliangeitis)
                  • Hemograma:
                    • Leucocitosis
                    • Trombocitosis
                    • Anemia Anemia Anemia is a condition in which individuals have low Hb levels, which can arise from various causes. Anemia is accompanied by a reduced number of RBCs and may manifest with fatigue, shortness of breath, pallor, and weakness. Subtypes are classified by the size of RBCs, chronicity, and etiology. Anemia: Overview and Types normocítica normocrómica
                    • Eosinofilia (Granulomatosis eosinofílica con poliangeitis)
                  • Inmunofluorescencia y/o ensayo inmunoabsorbente ligado a enzimas ( ELISA ELISA An immunoassay utilizing an antibody labeled with an enzyme marker such as horseradish peroxidase. While either the enzyme or the antibody is bound to an immunosorbent substrate, they both retain their biologic activity; the change in enzyme activity as a result of the enzyme-antibody-antigen reaction is proportional to the concentration of the antigen and can be measured spectrophotometrically or with the naked eye. Many variations of the method have been developed. St. Louis Encephalitis Virus) positivo para ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis (suero):

                  Imagenología

                  Los LOS Neisseria hallazgos de la radiografía de tórax y la TC pueden incluir:

                  • Consolidación
                  • Nódulos
                  • Derrame pleural
                  • Infiltrados fugaces
                  • Adenopatías hiliares

                  Criterios diagnósticos
                  El diagnóstico de la granulomatosis eosinofílica con poliangeitis del Colegio Americano de Reumatología incluye 4 de los LOS Neisseria 6 criterios siguientes con una especificidad de casi el 100%:

                  • Asma ASMA Autoimmune Hepatitis
                  • > 10% de eosinófilos en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum el hemograma con diferencial
                  • Mononeuropatía (e.g., pie caído) o polineuropatía
                  • Infiltrados pulmonares fugaces
                  • Anomalía de los LOS Neisseria senos paranasales
                  • Acumulación extravascular de eosinófilos en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum la biopsia

                  Biopsia

                  La confirmación del diagnóstico incluye la biopsia de los LOS Neisseria órganos afectados:

                  • La sospecha diagnóstica puede confirmarse con una biopsia de pulmón, piel o nervio periférico (puede mostrar granulomas Granulomas A relatively small nodular inflammatory lesion containing grouped mononuclear phagocytes, caused by infectious and noninfectious agents. Sarcoidosis).
                  • Sitios de biopsia y hallazgos:
                    • Granulomatosis con poliangeitis: La biopsia de tejido de un lugar de la enfermedad activa muestra una glomerulonefritis segmentaria, necrotizante y semilunar con escasa o nula deposición de inmunoglobulina o complemento (pauciinmune); las biopsias renales y pulmonares son las más específicas.
                    • Poliangeitis microscópica: La biopsia pulmonar y/o renal (glomerulonefritis semilunar) muestra una arteritis necrotizante (histológicamente idéntica a la poliarteritis nodosa).
                    • Granulomatosis eosinofílica con poliangeitis: La biopsia pulmonar muestra eosinofilia y pequeños granulomas Granulomas A relatively small nodular inflammatory lesion containing grouped mononuclear phagocytes, caused by infectious and noninfectious agents. Sarcoidosis eosinofílicos necrotizantes con vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus necrotizante que afecta a pequeñas arterias y vénulas.
                    • Enfermedad por autoanticuerpos anti-membrana basal glomerular: La biopsia renal muestra glomerulonefritis necrotizante con escasa o nula deposición de inmunocomplejos o de complemento.
                    • Vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus asociada a ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis inducida por fármacos: No hay hallazgos patológicos distintivos para discriminar entre vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus inducida por fármacos y otras vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus.

                  Tratamiento

                  Todos los LOS Neisseria individuos con un diagnóstico confirmado de vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus asociada a ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis requieren un tratamiento inmunosupresor. La terapia puede iniciarse tempranamente sobre la base de un diagnóstico presuntivo por los LOS Neisseria siguientes criterios:

                  • Características clínicas sugestivas
                  • Prueba de ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis +
                  • ↓ Probabilidad de otras etiologías

                  Inducción de la remisión

                  • Poliangeitis microscópica y granulomatosis con poliangeitis:
                    • Ciclofosfamida + glucocorticoides son el criterio estándar para la inducción de la remisión.
                    • Rituximab Rituximab A murine-derived monoclonal antibody and antineoplastic agent that binds specifically to the cd20 antigen and is used in the treatment of leukemia; lymphoma and rheumatoid arthritis. Immunosuppressants es una alternativa menos tóxica a la ciclofosfamida para la inducción de la remisión en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum la granulomatosis con poliangeitis o la poliangeitis microscópica y es el 1er tratamiento aprobado por la Food and Drug Administration.
                  • Granulomatosis eosinofílica con poliangeitis:
                    • Generalmente, la monoterapia con glucocorticoides es adecuada para el tratamiento de la granulomatosis eosinofílica con poliangeitis.
                    • Los LOS Neisseria medicamentos citotóxicos (ciclofosfamida) son necesarios en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum < 20% de los LOS Neisseria individuos.
                  • La plasmaféresis puede ser necesaria según la enfermedad (e.g., glomerulonefritis rápidamente progresiva o hemorragia pulmonar).

                  Mantenimiento de la remisión

                  Una vez alcanzada la remisión, se cambia a agentes menos tóxicos:

                  • Azatioprina
                  • Rituximab Rituximab A murine-derived monoclonal antibody and antineoplastic agent that binds specifically to the cd20 antigen and is used in the treatment of leukemia; lymphoma and rheumatoid arthritis. Immunosuppressants
                  • Micofenolato mofetilo
                  • Metotrexato

                  Medidas generales

                  • Profilaxis antibiótica durante el tratamiento inmunosupresor
                  • Trimetoprim-sulfametoxazol para prevenir la neumonía por Pneumocystis

                  Tabla Comparativa

                  Tabla que muestra las características clínicas y de laboratorio sugerentes de los LOS Neisseria 3 tipos principales de vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus asociada a ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis:

                  Tabla: Características clínicas y de laboratorio sugerentes de los LOS Neisseria 3 tipos principales de vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus asociada a ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis
                  Vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus asociada a ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis Granuloma en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum la biopsia Caso típico
                  GPA GPA A multisystemic disease of a complex genetic background. It is characterized by inflammation of the blood vessels (vasculitis) leading to damage in any number of organs. The common features include granulomatous inflammation of the respiratory tract and kidneys. Most patients have measurable autoantibodies (antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies) against myeloblastin. Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis + Adulto con:
                  • Hemorragias o úlceras nasales/sinusales (90%)
                  • Infiltrados/hemorragias pulmonares
                  • Glomerulonefritis (↑ creatinina, hematuria Hematuria Presence of blood in the urine. Renal Cell Carcinoma)
                  MPA MPA A primary systemic vasculitis of small- and some medium-sized vessels. It is characterized by a tropism for kidneys and lungs, positive association with anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies (ANCA), and a paucity of immunoglobulin deposits in vessel walls. Vasculitides Similar a la GPA GPA A multisystemic disease of a complex genetic background. It is characterized by inflammation of the blood vessels (vasculitis) leading to damage in any number of organs. The common features include granulomatous inflammation of the respiratory tract and kidneys. Most patients have measurable autoantibodies (antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies) against myeloblastin. Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, pero sin enfermedad nasal/sinusal grave (solo en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum el 30%)
                  EGPA + Adulto joven con:
                  • Neuropatía periférica (pie caído) (75%)
                  • Afectación cutánea con antecedentes de asma ASMA Autoimmune Hepatitis/rinitis alérgica + eosinofilia
                  GPA: granulomatosis con poliangitis (en inglés)
                  MPA: poliangeitis microscópica (en inglés)
                  EGPA: granulomatosis eosinofílica con poliangitis (en inglés)

                  Diagnóstico Diferencial

                  • Vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis inducida por medicamentos: las vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus ANCA ANCA Group of systemic vasculitis with a strong association with anca. The disorders are characterized by necrotizing inflammation of small and medium size vessels, with little or no immune-complex deposits in vessel walls. Rapidly Progressive Glomerulonephritis positivas por exposición a medicamentos están relacionadas con el desarrollo de vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (propiltiouracilo, metimazol, carbimazol, hidralazina y minociclina), causando síntomas constitucionales como artralgias, fatiga y erupción cutánea. Sin embargo, también puede darse toda la gama de características clínicas (incluida la insuficiencia renal rápidamente progresiva y la hemorragia alveolar).
                  • Síndrome de Goodpasture: enfermedad autoinmune rara en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum la que los LOS Neisseria anticuerpos atacan la membrana basal de los LOS Neisseria pulmones y los LOS Neisseria riñones, lo que provoca hemorragias pulmonares e insuficiencia renal. El síndrome de Goodpasture provoca daños permanentes en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum los LOS Neisseria pulmones y los LOS Neisseria riñones, y a menudo conduce a la muerte. El tratamiento incluye medicamentos supresores del sistema inmunológico (e.g., corticosteroides y ciclofosfamida) y plasmaféresis.
                  • Poliarteritis nodosa: una vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus sistémica de pequeños y medianos vasos. La poliarteritis nodosa afecta a la piel, los LOS Neisseria nervios periféricos, los LOS Neisseria músculos, las articulaciones, el tracto gastrointestinal y los LOS Neisseria riñones. Los LOS Neisseria individuos presentan síntomas inespecíficos, hipertensión, riesgo de infarto de miocardio y polineuropatía. La angiografía muestra un aspecto de cuentas con aneurismas y estenosis vascular alternados. El tratamiento es con regímenes inmunosupresores.
                  • Arteritis de células gigantes: es una vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus de las arterias medianas y grandes ( en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum particular de las arterias carótidas y la aorta Aorta The main trunk of the systemic arteries. Mediastinum and Great Vessels: Anatomy). Los LOS Neisseria individuos presentan cefalea de nueva aparición, arteria temporal sensible/endurecida, claudicación mandibular y amaurosis fugaz. Los LOS Neisseria estudios de laboratorio muestran elevación de VES y PCR PCR Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) is a technique that amplifies DNA fragments exponentially for analysis. The process is highly specific, allowing for the targeting of specific genomic sequences, even with minuscule sample amounts. The PCR cycles multiple times through 3 phases: denaturation of the template DNA, annealing of a specific primer to the individual DNA strands, and synthesis/elongation of new DNA molecules. Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR). La biopsia muestra infiltración mononuclear de las paredes de los LOS Neisseria vasos y la formación de células gigantes. El tratamiento consiste en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum la administración rápida de glucocorticoides.
                  • Púrpura de Henoch-Schönlein: vasculitis Vasculitis Inflammation of any one of the blood vessels, including the arteries; veins; and rest of the vasculature system in the body. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus autoinmune de pequeños vasos. La afección se presenta típicamente como una tríada de dolor Dolor Inflammation abdominal, hematuria Hematuria Presence of blood in the urine. Renal Cell Carcinoma y erupción purpúrica. La fisiopatología implica la deposición de inmunocomplejos IgA IgA Represents 15-20% of the human serum immunoglobulins, mostly as the 4-chain polymer in humans or dimer in other mammals. Secretory iga is the main immunoglobulin in secretions. Immunoglobulins: Types and Functions en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum múltiples vasos tras un desencadenante. Los LOS Neisseria síntomas dependen de los LOS Neisseria tejidos irrigados por los LOS Neisseria vasos. La enfermedad tiene un diagnóstico clínico y se trata sintomáticamente.
                  • Artritis reumatoide: poliartritis inflamatoria que se presenta con dolor Dolor Inflammation en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum articulaciones simétricas. El dolor Dolor Inflammation empeora por la mañana, pero mejora durante el día. Las articulaciones interfalángicas proximales y metacarpofalángicas están incluidas, pero las articulaciones interfalángicas distales están exentas. El tratamiento es con AINE, metotrexato, sulfasalazina, hidroxicloroquina e inhibidores del factor de necrosis Necrosis The death of cells in an organ or tissue due to disease, injury or failure of the blood supply. Ischemic Cell Damage tumoral-α (TNF-α, por sus siglas en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum inglés).
                  • Lupus eritematoso sistémico: afección inflamatoria crónica con afectación de la piel, las articulaciones, los LOS Neisseria riñones, las células sanguíneas y el SNC. La afección es un trastorno autoinmune asociado a la formación de autoanticuerpos como los LOS Neisseria anticuerpos antinucleares (ANA, por sus siglas en EN Erythema nodosum is an immune-mediated panniculitis (inflammation of the subcutaneous fat) caused by a type IV (delayed-type) hypersensitivity reaction. It commonly manifests in young women as tender, erythematous nodules on the shins. Erythema Nodosum inglés), los LOS Neisseria anti-Smith y los LOS Neisseria anti-ADN de doble cadena. Las características incluyen erupción malar, dolor Dolor Inflammation articular, fiebre, proteinuria Proteinuria The presence of proteins in the urine, an indicator of kidney diseases. Nephrotic Syndrome in Children, hipertensión, anemia Anemia Anemia is a condition in which individuals have low Hb levels, which can arise from various causes. Anemia is accompanied by a reduced number of RBCs and may manifest with fatigue, shortness of breath, pallor, and weakness. Subtypes are classified by the size of RBCs, chronicity, and etiology. Anemia: Overview and Types, linfopenia, convulsiones y/o psicosis.

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