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What is the definition of Microscopic Polyangiitis?
Microscopic polyangiitis (MPA) is a disorder that causes blood vessel inflammation (vasculitis), which can lead to organ damage. The kidneys, lungs, nerves, skin, and joints are the most commonly affected areas of the body. MPA is diagnosed in people of all ages, all ethnicities, and both genders. The cause of this disorder is unknown.
What are the alternative names for Microscopic Polyangiitis?
  • Microscopic polyangiitis
Who are the top Microscopic Polyangiitis Local Doctors?
Dr. Peter A. Merkel
Rheumatology
Dr. Peter A. Merkel
Rheumatology

University Of Penn - Medical Group

3400 Spruce St, 
Philadelphia, PA 
215-662-2454
Languages Spoken:
English
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Peter Merkel is a Rheumatologist in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Merkel and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microscopic Polyangiitis. His top areas of expertise are Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, Vasculitis, Microscopic Polyangiitis, Takayasu Arteritis, and Tissue Biopsy.

Dr. Paul A. Monach
Rheumatology
Dr. Paul A. Monach
Rheumatology
150 S Huntington Ave, 
Boston, MA 
857-364-5552
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English
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Paul Monach is a Rheumatologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Monach and is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Microscopic Polyangiitis. His top areas of expertise are Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, Vasculitis, Takayasu Arteritis, and Microscopic Polyangiitis.

 
 
 
 
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Xavier Puechal
Xavier Puechal
Paris, FR 

Xavier Puechal practices in Paris, France. Puechal and is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Microscopic Polyangiitis. His top areas of expertise are Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis, Vasculitis, Necrotizing Vasculitis, Kidney Transplant, and Endoscopy.

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What are the latest Microscopic Polyangiitis Clinical Trials?
VCRC Tissue Biorepository Collection Protocol
VCRC Tissue Biorepository Collection Protocol
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: February 14, 2025

Summary: The purpose of this study is to collect existing tissue specimens from subjects enrolled in Vasculitis Clinical Research Consortium (VCRC) studies. Analysis of these tissue specimens and linked clinical data collected through VCRC studies may lead to the identification and development of a series of translational research projects. Results of these studies will provide vasculitis researchers with ...

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Special Drug Use-results Survey for Long-term Use
Special Drug Use-results Survey for Long-term Use
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: January 17, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug

Summary: The purpose of this survey is evaluating the safety and efficacy of long-term administration of avacopan for Japanese patients with microscopic polyangiitis or granulomatosis with polyangiitis under actual conditions of use.

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center