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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?
Elite in Microscopic Polyangiitis
Dr. Peter A. Merkel
Rheumatology
Elite in Microscopic Polyangiitis
Dr. Peter A. Merkel
Rheumatology

University Of Penn-Medical Group

3737 Market St, Fl 8, 
Philadelphia, PA 
215-662-4333
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.

Elite in Microscopic Polyangiitis
Dr. Paul A. Monach
Rheumatology
Elite in Microscopic Polyangiitis
Dr. Paul A. Monach
Rheumatology
150 S Huntington Ave, 
Boston, MA 
857-364-5552
Languages Spoken:
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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Elite in Microscopic Polyangiitis
Xavier Puechal
Elite in Microscopic Polyangiitis
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?
A Phase 1 Study Evaluating SC291, a Hypoimmune, Allogeneic CD19-directed CAR T Cell Therapy, in Subjects With Severe Relapsed or Refractory Autoimmune Diseases (GLEAM)
A Phase 1 Study Evaluating SC291, a Hypoimmune, Allogeneic CD19-directed CAR T Cell Therapy, in Subjects With Severe Relapsed or Refractory Autoimmune Diseases (GLEAM)
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: April 15, 2025
Intervention Type: Biological
Study Phase: Phase 1

Summary: SC291-102 is a Phase 1 study to evaluate SC291 safety and tolerability, preliminary clinical response, cellular kinetics and exploratory assessments for subjects with severe autoimmune diseases.

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Low Dose Naltrexone to Improve Physical Health in Patients With Vasculitis
Low Dose Naltrexone to Improve Physical Health in Patients With Vasculitis
Who is this study for: Adult patients with Giant Cell Arteritis; Takayasu's Arteritis; Polyarteritis Nodosa
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: April 11, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug, Other
Study Drug: Naltrexone
Study Phase: Phase 2

Summary: Naltrexone is an FDA approved drug (for alcoholism) that has found widespread use off-label to treat pain and improve quality of life at much lower doses than are used for the approved indication. There are a few scientific studies in three conditions (fibromyalgia, Crohn's disease, and multiple sclerosis) that suggest that this drug has benefit and is safe. However, considering the extent of use ...

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