Wegener's granulomatosis and differential diagnosis of mucosal leishmaniasis

Clin Case Rep. 2021 Jun 23;9(6):e04280. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.4280. eCollection 2021 Jun.

Abstract

Granulomatosis with polyangiitis with nasal septal perforation can be confused with infectious diseases such as mucosal leishmaniasis, so these cases warrant an in-depth study in order to provide the correct treatment. Among the main characteristics to consider to define a Wegener's granulomatosis as opposed to an infectious disease are vasculitis, lymphadenopathy, and sinusopathy.

Keywords: autoimmune disease; differential diagnosis; granulomatosis with polyangiitis; mucosal leishmaniasis; prognosis; treatment.

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  • Case Reports