Granulomatosis with polyangitis (Wegener's)
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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: Thorax
سال: 2010
ISSN: 0040-6376,1468-3296
DOI: 10.1136/thx.2009.133496