ANCA associated pulmonary fibrosis: vasculitis or not vasculitis
Por:
Codes-Méndez, H, Castillo, D, Moya-Alvarado, P, Giménez-Palleiro, A, Castellvi, I
Publicada:
1 sep 2025
Resumen:
Purpose of reviewThe intersection of antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody (ANCA)-associated vasculitis (AAV) and interstitial lung disease (ILD) represents a complex and increasingly recognized clinical challenge. This review aims to summarize current understanding, highlight diagnostic and therapeutic approaches, and identify key gaps in the literature regarding ANCA-associated ILD.Recent findingsANCA positivity-particularly MPO-ANCA- is increasingly identified in patients with fibrotic ILD, even in the absence of systemic vasculitis. This overlap raises questions about disease classification and management, especially as radiologic patterns such as usual interstitial pneumonia (UIP) appear to predict prognosis. Immunosuppressive therapy remains the mainstay of treatment, though its role varies depending on the presence of systemic features and lung fibrosis. Emerging biomarkers, and the potential role of antifibrotic agents offer promising avenues for improved monitoring and therapy.SummaryANCA-ILD represents a heterogeneous and underexplored disease spectrum that challenges existing classification systems. A multidisciplinary approach is critical, and prospective studies are urgently needed to redefine diagnostic criteria and guide treatment strategies in order to improve clinical outcomes.
Filiaciones:
Codes-Méndez, H:
Hosp Santa Creu I St Pau, Dept Rheumatol, Barcelona, Spain
Castillo, D:
Hosp Santa Creu i St Pau, Dept Pulmonol, Barcelona, Spain
Moya-Alvarado, P:
Hosp Santa Creu I St Pau, Dept Rheumatol, Barcelona, Spain
Giménez-Palleiro, A:
Hosp Santa Creu i St Pau, Dept Radiol, Barcelona, Spain
Castellvi, I:
Hosp Santa Creu I St Pau, Dept Rheumatol, Barcelona, Spain
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