Deep vasculitis
Klüken, N.
Phlebologie 43(3): 465-468
1990
ISSN/ISBN: 0031-8280 PMID: 2290864 Document Number: 349350
The author gives a definition of the term "vasculitis". Histopathological modifications are the result of a disturbance in the barrier function exerted by the vascular endothelium. The disturbances observed are characterized by piles of endothelial or intimal debris associated with a perivascular inflammatory reaction of the connective tissue and the appearance of a resorption granuloma. Whether superficial or deep, vasculitis can become "nodular" in appearance and is then characterized by "nodules" or "patches". In order to implement aetiological treatment, it is necessary to look for the causative agent: an infectious, drug or bacterial allergen, or hypertension is frequently involved.