This study aims to find genes that increase the risk of developing vasculitis, which are diseases causing inflammation of blood vessels. Researchers will look at DNA samples and health information from people with conditions like Giant Cell Arteritis and Granulomatosis With Polyangiitis (Wegener's). The goal is to better understand what causes these diseases and to help develop new ways to diagnose and treat them. This is an observational study, meaning no specific treatments are being tested. You may be able to join if you are 7 years or older and have one of the listed vasculitis conditions, with specific diagnostic criteria for Giant Cell Arteritis including age over 50 at disease onset and certain symptoms or blood test results.

Study design

This is an observational study with a planned enrollment of 1000 participants. It is not specified if it is randomized or blinded.

What's involved

Not specified in the trial record.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Clinical data and DNA specimens will be evaluated at 1 year.

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