What is the Vasculitis Damage Index?

The VDI is a validated instrument measuring irreversible damage accrued since vasculitis onset. It covers 64 items across 11 systems. Each item scores once regardless of repetition, with maximum score 64.

Which vasculitides use the VDI?

The VDI is used for ANCA-associated vasculitis (GPA, MPA, EGPA), polyarteritis nodosa, and other systemic vasculitides. Higher VDI scores predict worse survival and quality of life outcomes.

Vasculitis Damage Index (VDI)

Calculate the Vasculitis Damage Index (VDI) to quantify permanent damage in patients with systemic vasculitis, covering 64 damage items across 11 organ systems.

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What is the Vasculitis Damage Index?

Which vasculitides use the VDI?