Large vessel dilatation in giant cell arteritis: a different subset of disease?

ConclusionTwo different subsets of LV‐GCA were identified. Given the strong association between subclavian artery dilatation and aortic aneurysm, such patients should be evaluated and monitored carefully for aortic dilatation.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

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Source: Arthritis Care and Research - December 1, 2017 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Francesco Muratore, Tanaz A. Kermani, Cynthia S. Crowson, Matthew J. Koster, Eric L. Matteson, Carlo Salvarani, Kenneth J. Warrington Tags: Brief Report Source Type: research