A pinch of salt - A podcast by ERA
A pinch of salt is the official ERA podcast dedicated to nephrology.
Each month, we'll release three episodes with nephrologists and other physicians discuss advances in clinical practice and renal medicine.
Hosts: Andrej Skoberne and George Kosmadakis
A pinch of salt - A podcast by ERA
#40 Avacopan in ANCA-Associated Vasculitis, with Lorraine Harper
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Steroids have long been a cornerstone in treating ANCA-associated vasculitis, but their toxicity remains a significant challenge. Could Avacopan, a selective oral C5a receptor antagonist, provide a safer and more effective alternative? In this episode, you’ll hear about what’s new in the pathophysiology of ANCA vasculitis, current remission induction therapies, the place of Avacopan in the treatment protocols and future possibilities for managing this complex condition. Guiding us through these topics is Lorraine Harper, a distinguished specialist from the University of Birmingham, whose expertise in immunology and vasculitis offers invaluable insights into the latest advancements.