VEXAS syndrome is a rare, acquired autoinflammatory condition caused by a mutation in the UBA1 gene on the X chromosome. It leads to widespread inflammation in the body, often affecting the blood, bone marrow, skin, joints, and cartilage. The disease typically occurs in older adults and is characterized by symptoms such as recurrent fever, fatigue, rash, and organ inflammation. VEXAS is not inherited, but instead arises from a genetic change that develops later in life.
Speaker Bio:
Dr. Marcela Ferrada is a rheumatologist and clinical investigator at the NIH’s National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS). She specializes in autoinflammatory and autoimmune diseases, with a focus on VEXAS syndrome and relapsing polychondritis. Dr. Ferrada has played a key role in defining the clinical features and disease spectrum of VEXAS through leading research and publications.
Who Should Attend:
Rheumatologists, fellows, residents, allied health professionals, and others interested in advancing rheumatology practice and patient care.
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