Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (Wegener's): An Alternative Name for Wegener's Granulomatosis
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ENT manifestations of Wegeners granulomatosis.
Wegeners granulomatosis is a necrotizing granulomatous vasculitis with multisystemic involvement. We present two cases of Wegener's presenting with otological manifestations as the first symptom. These symptoms are subtle and diagnosis may be easily overlooked. Hence a high index of suspicion is required. Early diagnosis and treatment goes a long way in improving the outcomes and in preventing ...
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عنوان ژورنال: Journal of the American Society of Nephrology
سال: 2011
ISSN: 1046-6673,1533-3450
DOI: 10.1681/asn.2011010081