Publications by authors named "Yanzao Zhao"
Autoimmun Rev
November 2024
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to summarize infection characteristics and risk factors in patients with anti-neutrophil cytoplasmic antibody-associated vasculitis (AAV) through a comprehensive analysis of relevant research articles.
- In total, 41 studies involving over 5,000 AAV patients revealed that over half experienced some form of infection, with respiratory infections being the most prevalent and severe infections affecting around 35.8% of patients.
- Key risk factors included older age, underlying health conditions (like diabetes and end-stage renal disease), and specific treatments (like cyclophosphamide and high glucocorticoid doses), highlighting the need for careful management and awareness of common infections in AAV patients.
