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  • ANCA-associated vasculitis (AAV) prognosis has significantly improved, transitioning from invariably fatal acute conditions to manageable chronic diseases.
  • Earlier diagnosis and effective immunotherapeutic strategies have been pivotal in this transformation.
  • Despite advances, patients with AAV and large-vessel vasculitis still face significant morbidity, relapse, comorbid conditions, and reduced quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current prognosis and treatment landscape of ANCA-associated vasculitis.
  • To highlight the persistent challenges in managing AAV, including patient morbidity and quality of life.
  • To emphasize the critical need to mitigate treatment-related toxicities, particularly from glucocorticoids.

Main Methods:

  • Review of recent literature on ANCA-associated vasculitis.
  • Analysis of treatment outcomes and patient prognosis.
  • Evaluation of the impact of immunotherapeutics and glucocorticoids on patient well-being.

Main Results:

  • AAV is now considered a chronic disease with improved survival rates.
  • Glucocorticoid toxicity is a major contributor to poor outcomes and comorbidities in systemic vasculitis.
  • Despite advances, premature mortality, relapse, and poor quality of life remain significant issues for affected patients.

Conclusions:

  • While prognosis for AAV has transformed, ongoing management requires addressing long-term complications.
  • Reducing or eliminating glucocorticoid exposure is a primary goal for future treatment strategies to improve patient outcomes.
  • Further research and therapeutic innovations are necessary to enhance the quality of life for individuals with vasculitis.