Updates in Treatment of ANCA-associated Vasculitis
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Correspondence to: Albert Young Abstract: Anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibody (ANCA)-associated vasculitis are devastating diseases with high mortality if left untreated. Combined corticosteroid and cyclophosphamide is an effective treatment but it also carries high risks of adverse events and high relapse rates. Numerous studies endeavor to explore alternative agents. This review aims to examine the landmark studies concerning the use of different immunosuppressive agents and biologics on the ANCA-associated vasculitis.
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