TAKAYASU ARTERITIS Flashcards
1
Q
definition
A
large vessel granulomatosis vasculitis affecting the aorta and its branches and the pulmonary arteries
2
Q
who is Takayasu arteritis more common in
A
females under 50 and is 100x more common in east asia
3
Q
results in
A
stenosis, thrombosis and aneurysms of arteries
4
Q
presentation
A
- fever, malaise, arthralgia, weight loss, fatigue, night sweats
- claudication in upper and lower limbs
- reduced pulses
- bruits
5
Q
management
A
40-60mg prednisolone
