China Journal of Leprosy and Skin Diseases ›› 2020, Vol. 36 ›› Issue (6): 382-384.doi: 10.12144/zgmfskin202006382

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Update of the treatment of Henoch-Schonlein purpura in children

JIN Li, CAO Jingjiang   

  1. Department of Dermatology, Renhe Hospital Affiliated to The Three Gorges University, Yichang 443000, China
  • Online:2020-06-15 Published:2020-06-05
  • Contact: CAO Jingjiang, E-mail:caojj662008@163.com

Abstract: Henoch-Schonlein purpura in children is a systemic vasculitis with immune complex deposition. It involves skin, gastrointestinal tract, kidney and joint. The treatment varies according to the involvement of organs and severity of the disease. The update of the treatment of Henoch-Schonlein purpura in children is reviewed. 

Key words: Henoch-Schonlein purpura, vasculitis, immune complex