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A Rare Case of Takayasu Arteritis Presenting With Syncope and Elevated Inflammatory Markers in an Elderly Male With Learning Disability

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Takayasu arteritis (TAK) is a rare large-vessel vasculitis predominantly affecting young females. We present a unique case of a 77-year-old male with learning disability, presenting with constitutional symptoms, syncope, and elevated inflammatory markers. Imaging revealed circumferential thickening of the aorta and arch vessels, consistent with TAK. This case underscores the importance of considering large-vessel vasculitis even in elderly patients, as well as the diagnostic challenges in individuals with cognitive impairment. The patient responded well to corticosteroid therapy.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.87320

Authors: Fayyas Ahamed, Mohamed Abdulmajeed, Ali Haider, Julee William, Kenneth Lee

Institutions: Luton and Dunstable Hospital, Luton and Dunstable University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Language: English

Topic: Vasculitis and related conditions

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4412045930