Takayasu Arteritis

Takayasu Arteritis

Takayasu Arteritis is an autoimmune vasculitis that leads to inflammation of large blood vessels, particularly the aorta and it’s main branches.

Epidemiology

Generally young females, especially those of Asian descent. The disease usually begins before the age of 40.

Clinical presentation

- Relapsing / remitting course

- Early phase : Non specific sym...