Diagnosis and treatment of giant cell arteritis

Ugeskr Laeger. 2023 Nov 6;185(45):V03230212.
[Article in Danish]

Abstract

Cranial and large vessel giant cell arteritis is a systemic vasculitis frequently found in Denmark. In recent years, considerable new knowledge has been gained in the field of diagnostics and treatment of giant cell arteritis. In this review, the clinical and radiological findings, treatment options and effect and side effects of treatment with tocilizumab are reviewed in a Danish context.

Publication types

  • Review
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Giant Cell Arteritis* / diagnosis
  • Giant Cell Arteritis* / drug therapy
  • Humans