Article Name - The Impact of Giant Cell Arteritis on Vision Prevention and Management
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Introduction
Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), also known as temporal arteritis, is a type of vasculitis that primarily affects the large and medium-sized arteries, particularly those in the head and neck. This conditio ...
2024-12-06
Description
Vision loss due to GCA is relatively rare but can occur in up to 20% of patients if not promptly treated. Risk factors for developing vision complications include older age, severe headache, jaw claud ...
2024-12-06
Conclusion
Giant cell arteritis is a serious condition that can lead to significant vision loss if not diagnosed and treated promptly. Understanding the connection between GCA and vision, along with implementing ...
2024-12-06
References
Chauhan, Muhammad Z, Peyton A. Rather, Sajida M. Samarah and Abdelrahman M. Elhusseiny, et al. "Current and novel therapeutic approaches for treatment of diabetic macular edema." ...