Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (Churg-Strauss syndrome) Flashcards by Janet Jincy | Brainscape

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Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (Churg-Strauss syndrome) cause ?

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Leukotriene receptor antagonists may precipitate the disease.

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features of Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (Churg-Strauss syndrome) cause ?

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history of asthma
paranasal sinusitis
mononeuritis multiplex

vasculitis - small-medium vessel

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diagnosis Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (Churg-Strauss syndrome)

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blood eosinophilia (e.g. > 10%)

pANCA positive in 60% (wagner granulomatosis is positive for cANCA)

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