Emilio Besada
Lecturer · Vasculitides (large vessel and ANCA-associated)
UiT The Arctic University of NorwayNorway
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Emilio Besada is a Lecturer at the Department of Clinical Medicine, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, with roles in rheumatology research and clinical practice. He holds positions at Finnmarkssykehuset Kirkenes and the Regional Assessment Unit for Somatic Rehabilitation in Northern Norway.
His research focuses on Vasculitides, particularly Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis (GPA) and ANCA-associated Vasculitis, examining Rituximab therapy, immunoglobulin levels, and infection risks. He has contributed to understanding interactions between CD4 cell counts and hypogammaglobulinemia during immunosuppressive treatments.
- Key Article Trends: Rituximab efficacy/safety in vasculitis, Staphylococcus aureus carriage, corticosteroid-sparing effects of tocilizumab, and opportunistic infections in immunosuppressed patients.
- Editorial Roles: Associate editor for BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders and reviewer for multiple international journals.
- Teaching: In rheumatology for medical students, clinical examination techniques, and OSCE exam leadership.
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