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ANCA-associated Vasculitis: Research Summary
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5 Most Recent Research Articles
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The eye in systemic vasculitis.
Eser-Ozturk Hilal et al., Current opinion in rheumatology (20 October 2026)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42643002/
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Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis: An Overview of Radiological Manifestations of a Small Vessel Vasculitis
Yusuf Moosa, European Society of Radiology (19 October 2026)
https://doi.org/10.26044/ranzcr2026/c-348
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Bilateral Sensorineural Hearing Loss as the Sentinel Presentation of Granulomatosis With Polyangiitis
Samuel Margolis et al., Cureus (18 October 2026)
https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.118131
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From Asymptomatic Myeloperoxidase-Antineutrophil Cytoplasmic Antibody (MPO-ANCA) Seropositivity to Crescentic Glomerulonephritis and Cold Agglutinin Disease Following Chlamydia Infection: A Second-Hit Hypothesis
Hassan Abdelwahab et al., Cureus (17 October 2026)
https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.118071
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Exploring gut microbiome dysbiosis in vasculitis in adults: a systematic review.
Hashemzadeh Kamila et al., Systematic reviews (17 October 2026)
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42888447/
Clinical Trials : Australian Sites
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A Phase 3 Clinical Trial of CCX168 (Avacopan) in Patients With ANCA-Associated Vasculitis
NCT02994927 · Completed · Phase 3 · Amgen
Ages 12 and over
https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT02994927
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Rituximab Vasculitis Maintenance Study
NCT01697267 · Completed · Phase 3 · Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Ages 15 and over
https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT01697267
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Plasma Exchange and Glucocorticoids for Treatment of Anti-Neutrophil Cytoplasm Antibody (ANCA) - Associated Vasculitis
NCT00987389 · Completed · Phase 3 · University of Pennsylvania
Ages 15 and over
https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT00987389
Source: RareWays research directory. Data from PubMed, Europe PMC, OpenAlex, ClinicalTrials.gov.
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ANCA-associated Vasculitis
ANCA-associated Vasculitis is a group of rare autoimmune diseases characterised by inflammation of small blood vessels, associated with antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies (ANCA). It primarily affects the kidneys and lungs and can be rapidly progressive. Without treatment it carries high mortality, but outcomes have improved substantially with immunosuppressive therapy and rituximab.
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Most Recent Research
PURPOSE OF REVIEW: This review summarizes the spectrum of ocular manifestations in systemic vasculitis, emphasizing recent advances in clinical recognition, multimodal imaging, biomarkers, and targeted treatment. RECENT FINDINGS: Ocular involvement may precede systemic manifestations and affect the anterior segment, retina, choroid, optic nerve, or orbit. In giant cell arteritis, vascular ultrasound is a preferred first-line imaging modality, while orbital and retinal imaging may provide complementary information on ischemic injury and treatment response. Ultra-widefield fluorescein angiography improves the detection of peripheral retinal nonperfusion in Takayasu arteritis. In antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody-associated vasculitis, particularly granulomatosis with polyangiitis, ocular or orbital inflammation may be the initial or isolated manifestation, and rituximab-based therapy has been associated with favorable outcomes in orbital inflammatory disease. In Behçet uveitis, ocular-specific diagnostic criteria, imaging biomarkers, and treat-to-target biologic strategies are emerging. However, many of these approaches require validation in larger prospective studies. SUMMARY: Prompt recognition and multidisciplinary management are essential to prevent irreversible visual loss. New imaging methods and targeted therapies have broadened diagnostic and therapeutic options. Despite these advances, standardized ocular outcome measures and validation of emerging imaging and molecular biomarkers remain important priorities.
Common Questions
What is ANCA-associated Vasculitis?
ANCA-associated Vasculitis is a group of rare autoimmune diseases characterised by inflammation of small blood vessels, associated with antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies (ANCA). It primarily affects the kidneys and lungs and can be rapidly progressive. Without treatment it carries high mortality, but outcomes have improved substantially with immunosuppressive therapy and rituximab.
How many clinical trials are available for ANCA-associated Vasculitis?
RareWays currently indexes 80 clinical trials for ANCA-associated Vasculitis, of which 22 are actively recruiting. These counts cover indexed trials across countries, not just your country. An Australian site does not necessarily mean that site is recruiting. Check locations, eligibility and current availability with the study team.
Where does the research data for ANCA-associated Vasculitis come from?
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