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Giant cell arteritis (GCA)

Giant cell arteritis (GCA) definition: Most common systemic inflammatory vasculitis in older adults
arteritis (GCA) ... those coming off aorta ... Diagnosis = clinical ... vs infection vs malignancy ... identifies 85 to 95% of cases
Vasculitis - Differential Diagnosis Framework

When to Consider Vasculitis:
• Purpura, ischemic skin lesions
• Mononeuritis multiplex
• Hematuria, proteinuria,
< 30 years • Aorta ... ): • Aorta and ... develop in pts with GCA ... tract, and often causes ... exposure or Dx of malignancy
Newborn Infant - Routine Examination

Birthweight, gestational age and birthweight percentile are noted.
General observation Of the baby's
Newborn Infant - ... requires further evaluation ... coarctation of the aorta ... Examination #Peds #Pediatrics ... #Diagnosis