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[Clinical Course of an Early Childhood-Onset Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis]
Marco Krasselt1, Matthias Pierer1, Kerstin Amann2
1Sektion Rheumatologie, Klinik für Gastroenterologie und Rheumatologie, Department für Innere Medizin, Neurologie und Dermatologie, Universitätsklinikum Leipzig AöR.
Abstract:
History A 26-year-old male patient presented with an eight-week history of unspecific symptoms such as weight loss and fever. Besides, he also suffered from haemoptysis, cough, and arthralgia. Since the age of twelve years, the patient has been treated for Wegner's granulomatosis. At the age of 20 years he received a kidney transplant which failed only four years later. Investigations The relapse we clinically suspected was confirmed by CT scan showing bilateral pulmonary manifestations. Moreover, we found highly positive antibodies against proteinase 3. Treatment and course After an induction therapy using Glucocorticoids and Rituximab, accompanied by plasmapheresis, the patient's clinical condition showed a marked improvement. We were able to discharge him continuing the treatment in an outpatient setting. Conclusion Childhood-onset GPA is a life-threatening disease and often characterized by recurring relapses as well as a significantly reduced quality of life for the patient.
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