Ab0578 differences and Characteristics of Primary Large Vessel Vascultis and Large Vessel Vasculitis Associated With Giant Cell Arteritis. Study of 28 Cases From the Same Center
Abstract:Background:Large vessel vasculitis (LVV) is a severe entity with nonspecific clinical symptoms, which contributes to a delay in diagnosis and sometimes to serious complications. LVV can be primary or secondary, with giant cell arteritis (GCA) being the most common association.Objectives:To describe the characteristics and differences between patients with primary LVV and LVV associated with GCA in a single center.Methods:Retrospective study of patients with LVV in a University Hospital (January 2013-December 2… Show more
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