[Rare MEFV mutations in patients with henoch schonlein purpura from north west of country]

ABSTRACT

Background and Objectives: coexistence of Familial Mediterranean Fever [FMF] with various systemic vasculitides, such as Henoch Schonlein Purpura [HSP] and other inflammatory disorders has been reported and MEFV gene has been suggested to play a significant role in the pathogenesis of this association. In This study, the rare MEFV mutations in patients with HSP from north west of country and its association with clinical symptoms of disease were evaluated