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Wegener's Granulomatosis Definition
Common names:
  • Granulomatosis
  • Wegener's Granulomatosis
A person with Wegener's granulomatosis has inflammation and swelling of the blood vessels in the lungs, ears, nose, throat, and kidneys.

Wegener's granulomatosis is a rare disease that may also spread to the eyes, skin and joints.

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Last Updated: Dec 19, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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