Azathioprine Hypersensitivity Syndrome in a Cohort of Antineutrophil Cytoplasmic Antibody-Associated Vasculitis Patients

ConclusionsAzathioprine hypersensitivity syndrome is strikingly common in ANCA-associated vasculitis, might be associated with reduced TPMT activity, is accompanied by an increase in neutrophil counts, and may occur even during concomitant prednisolone therapy. Proper recognition may prevent unnecessary hospital procedures and damage to the patient.
Source: The Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice - Category: Allergy & Immunology Source Type: research