Abstract
Article: Sonographic Evaluation of the Progression of Takayasu’s Arteritis
Authors: Madeline B. McCallister and Kelsy L. Fisher, MHS, RDMS, RVT, RDCS
Category: Vascular [VT]
Credit: 0.5 SDMS CME Credit
Objectives: After studying the article entitled “Sonographic Evaluation of the Progression of Takayasu’s Arteritis,” you will be able to:
Describe the characteristic imaging findings associated with progressive Takayasu’s arteritis
Describe the Doppler-derived hemodynamic changes associated with progressive Takayasu’s arteritis
Describe the typical clinical signs and symptoms associated with progressive Takayasu’s arteritis
Takayasu’s arteritis predominantly affects the Aorta and its main branches Mesenteric arteries Superficial femoral artery Lower leg tibial arteries
Standard medical therapy for Takayasu’s arteritis includes Antiplatelet medications and steroids Steroids and immunosupressants Immunosupressants alone Daily aspirin
Chronic arterial inflammation in patients with Takayasu’s arteritis may lead to Elevated serum glucose Sepsis Elevated liver enzymes Vessel narrowing and possible occlusion
Even when receiving best medical therapy, during follow-up, approximately ____ of patients with Takayasu’s arteritis will develop new vascular lesions. 50% 60% 75% 90%
When receiving best medical therapy, approximately ____ of patients with Takayasu’s arteritis still will need some type of surgical procedure. 25% 35% 40% 50%
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