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Giant cell (temporal) arteritis presenting with syncope.

S H Cocksedge, A L Pozniak, A S Dixon

    Clinical Rheumatology
    |June 1, 1984
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    Giant cell arteritis can cause syncope via carotid sinus hypersensitivity. This case highlights syncope as an unusual initial symptom of this serious inflammatory condition.

    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Rheumatology
    • Internal Medicine

    Background:

    • Giant cell arteritis (GCA) is a systemic vasculitis primarily affecting large and medium arteries.
    • Carotid sinus hypersensitivity (CSH) can lead to syncope, particularly in older adults.

    Observation:

    • This report details a rare presentation of GCA where syncope was the primary symptom.
    • The syncope was attributed to carotid sinus hypersensitivity, a known but infrequently reported association with GCA.

    Findings:

    • The patient presented with syncope, later diagnosed as being caused by carotid sinus hypersensitivity.
    • This represents the first documented instance of syncope as the presenting manifestation of giant cell arteritis.

    Implications:

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    • Recognizing syncope as a potential presenting symptom of GCA is crucial for timely diagnosis and treatment.
    • This case broadens the clinical spectrum of GCA presentations and emphasizes the importance of considering systemic vasculitis in patients with unexplained syncope.