Vasculitis

Vasculitis
Other namesVasculitides
Petechia and purpura on the lower limb due to infection-associated vasculitis.
Pronunciation
  • /væskjʊˈlaɪtɪs/
SpecialtyRheumatology, Immunology
SymptomsWeight loss, fever, myalgia, purpura, abdominal pain
ComplicationsGangrene, Myocardial infarction

Vasculitis is a group of disorders that destroy blood vessels by inflammation. Both arteries and veins are affected. Lymphangitis (inflammation of lymphatic vessels) is sometimes considered a type of vasculitis. Vasculitis is primarily caused by leukocyte migration and resultant damage. Although both occur in vasculitis, inflammation of veins (phlebitis) or arteries (arteritis) on their own are separate entities.

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