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Takayasu’s arteritis associated with tuberculosis: a retrospective study
Takayasu Arteritis and Tuberculosis: Study Unveils Key Differences in Symptoms and Aortic Damage!
Takayasu arteritis (TA) and tuberculosis (TB) share similar histopathological and immunological characteristics. Studies comparing patients with TA with or without active or latent TB infection (LTBI) have revealed some differences in clinical and angiographic profiles. Patient with TA and history of TB exhibited more constitutional symptoms and structural damage to the aorta. This study compared the clinical and radiological features of patients with TA with and without active TB or LTBI.
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