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
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