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Angiographic diagnosis in polymyalgia arteritica
Acta Radiologica: Diagnosis
|May 1, 1977
Summary
Polymyalgia arteritica can affect the thoracic aorta, specifically the subclavian and axillary arteries. Angiography revealed characteristic lesions in these vessels, aiding in diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Medicine
- Radiology
- Rheumatology
Background:
- Polymyalgia arteritica is an inflammatory condition affecting large arteries.
- Thoracic aorta involvement is less commonly described but clinically significant.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the angiographic findings in patients with polymyalgia arteritica.
- To characterize lesions in the thoracic aorta and its branches.
Main Methods:
- Performed angiography of the main branches of the thoracic aorta.
- Included 20 patients with a clinical diagnosis of polymyalgia arteritica.
Main Results:
- Observed characteristic lesions predominantly in the subclavian and axillary arteries.
- Lesions were also noted in the branches of these arteries.
- Presented angiographic and pathological appearances for diagnostic comparison.
Conclusions:
- Angiography is valuable for diagnosing polymyalgia arteritica affecting the thoracic aorta.
- Subclavian and axillary arteries are common sites for lesions in this condition.