Infarction of the Tongue in Wegener's Granulomatosis

Abstract

SUMMARYWegener's granulomatosis is a form of systemic vasculitis. Untreated, it has a 90% two year mortality,1 but complete remission can be obtained in 93% of patients following treatment with cyclophosphamide (usually in combination with steroids).2 There is early and major involvement of the respiratory tract.3 Renal involvement adversely affects prognosis.2