Multiple aneurysms of the subclavian-axillary, abdominal aortoiliac, lower extremity, and coronary arteries in a pediatric patient of Takayasu arteritis

Takayasu arteritis is a chronic inflammatory vasculitis affecting mainly the aorta and its branches. Stenosis and occlusion of the involved vessels usually develop; however, their dilation and aneurysmal formation are extremely rare. Although aneurysmal disease has been reported in adults with Takayasu arteritis, it is a rare entity in children. The present report described an 11-year-old male found to have the subclavian-axillary, abdominal aortoiliac, lower extremity artery aneurysms with mural thrombi.
Source: Annals of Vascular Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Source Type: research