Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

Tuberculous aortoarteritis

A Gajaraj, S Victor

    Clinical Radiology
    |July 1, 1981
    PubMed
    Summary
    This summary is machine-generated.

    Tuberculous aortoarteritis, a rare vascular complication of tuberculosis, typically arises from direct spread or hematogenous seeding. Common forms include aneurysms and stenotic lesions, with pathogenesis discussed.

    Related Concept Videos

    You might also read

    Related Articles

    Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

    Sort by
    Same author

    Understanding the complexities of unexplained stillbirth in sub-Saharan Africa: a mixed-methods study.

    BJOG : an international journal of obstetrics and gynaecology·2020
    Same author

    The impact of simulation education on self-efficacy towards teaching for nurse educators.

    International nursing review·2018
    Same author

    Development of stratum corneum chymotrypsin-like protease activity and natural moisturizing factors from birth to 4 weeks of age compared with adults.

    The British journal of dermatology·2016
    Same author

    Insights into the pathophysiology of catch-up compared with non-catch-up growth in children born small for gestational age: an integrated analysis of metabolic and transcriptomic data.

    The pharmacogenomics journal·2014
    Same author

    Diabetic nephropathy but not HbA1c is predictive for frequent complications of Charcot feet - long-term follow-up of 164 consecutive patients with 195 acute Charcot feet.

    Experimental and clinical endocrinology & diabetes : official journal, German Society of Endocrinology [and] German Diabetes Association·2012
    Same author

    Plasma aminotransferase concentrations in preterm infants.

    Archives of disease in childhood. Fetal and neonatal edition·2009
    Same journal

    Where can we improve? An evaluation of discrepancies between radiology resident and consultant reports for noncontrast head computed tomography (NCHCT) scans in the emergency department at a tertiary care centre.

    Clinical radiology·2026
    Same journal

    Proton beam therapy: neuroradiology considerations and challenges.

    Clinical radiology·2026
    Same journal

    Weight-based contrast media volume reduction in lower limb computed tomography angiography: a prospective feasibility study.

    Clinical radiology·2026
    Same journal

    Diagnostic accuracy of flat panel computed tomography for acute stroke: a systematic review and meta-analysis of diagnostic test accuracy studies.

    Clinical radiology·2026
    Same journal

    Nuclear medicine techniques in gynaecological malignancy: a review of best practice.

    Clinical radiology·2026
    Same journal

    Deep learning reconstruction dual-energy computed tomography for gastrointestinal system tumors: low-kiloelectron volt imaging vs routine imaging.

    Clinical radiology·2026
    See all related articles

    Area of Science:

    • Vascular Surgery
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Pathology

    Background:

    • Tuberculosis remains prevalent globally, particularly in developing nations.
    • Tuberculous aortoarteritis is an uncommon yet distinct vascular manifestation of tuberculosis.
    • Vascular involvement often occurs secondary to adjacent tuberculous infections or distant foci.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the characteristics and pathogenesis of tuberculous aortoarteritis.
    • To highlight the rarity and varied presentations of this condition.
    • To discuss illustrative cases and probable etiological mechanisms.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of clinical cases and relevant literature.
    • Pathological examination of affected aortic and arterial tissues.

    Related Experiment Videos

  • Discussion of proposed mechanisms of disease spread and manifestation.

    • Main Results:

    • Tuberculous aortoarteritis presents as true or false aneurysms, stenotic lesions, or perivascular fibrosis.
    • Direct extension from adjacent tuberculous tissue is a frequent cause of vascular involvement.
    • Hematogenous spread from distant tuberculous sites can also lead to aortoarteritis.

    Conclusions:

    • Tuberculous aortoarteritis is a rare but significant vascular complication of tuberculosis.
    • Understanding its pathogenesis is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.
    • Further research may elucidate optimal treatment strategies for this rare entity.