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Giant cell arteritis (GCA)

Giant cell arteritis (GCA) definition: Most common systemic inflammatory vasculitis in older adults
systemic sx + signs ... in literature (NEJM ... them, but urgent rheumatology ... #GiantCell #arteritis ... #Signs #Symptoms
Features That Differentiate Acute Pericarditis from Myocardial Ischemia or Infarction and Pulmonary Embolism

In contrast to the
associated with rheumatologic ... pain, such as MI ... Pericarditis #Symptoms #Signs ... #Presentation # ... comparison #Table
Vasculitis - Differential Diagnosis Framework

When to Consider Vasculitis:
• Purpura, ischemic skin lesions
• Mononeuritis multiplex
• Hematuria, proteinuria,
Presentation: Systemic ... purpura: Strong sign ... develop in pts with GCA ... oligoclonal bands • MRI ... Differential #Diagnosis #Rheumatology