Antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies (ANCA)-positive patient with infective endocarditis and chronic hepatitis B virus:  a case report and review of the literature

ConclusionsThe findings in this study update and expand current understanding of antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody positivity in patients with both infective endocarditis and hepatitis B virus. Treatment (including surgery, antibiotics, corticosteroids and/or cyclophosphamide, antiviral agents, and even plasma exchange) is challenging when several diseases are combined. Renal biopsy is suggested if the patient ’s condition allows. Antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody testing should be repeated after therapy, because some cases might require more aggressive treatment.
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research