Overview of eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis

Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA; formerly known as Churg-Strauss vasculitis) is one of the 3 ANCA-associated vasculitides. It predominantly affects small- to medium-sized blood vessels and typically occurs in middle-aged adults. People with eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis often have a history of atopy or asthma.

All people with eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis require specialist management. Seek urgent specialist advice if there is a high index of suspicion for eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis, to determine if immediate treatment is required.