Language
English
Publication Date
10-6-2025
Journal
Pediatric Rheumatology Online Journal
DOI
10.1186/s12969-025-01149-5
PMID
41053800
PMCID
PMC12502369
PubMedCentral® Posted Date
10-6-2025
PubMedCentral® Full Text Version
Post-print
Abstract
Childhood vasculitis encompasses a group of rare and heterogeneous diseases with systemic inflammation affecting various vessel sizes. This comprehensive review highlights recent advances in the pathogenesis, biomarkers, diagnosis, and treatment strategies for major pediatric vasculitides including IgA vasculitis, Kawasaki Disease, ANCA-associated vasculitis, Takayasu arteritis, and Polyarteritis Nodosa. Novel insights from genetic, immunologic, and imaging studies have paved the way for early diagnosis and individualized therapeutic approaches. Future directions emphasize the role of artificial intelligence, precision medicine, and international collaborative trials to optimize long-term outcomes and quality of life in affected children.
Published Open-Access
yes
Recommended Citation
Ercan Emreol, Hulya; Yildirim-Toruner, Cagri; Jelusic, Marija; et al., "New Avenues in Childhood Vasculitis" (2025). Faculty and Staff Publications. 5895.
https://digitalcommons.library.tmc.edu/baylor_docs/5895