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The use of ultrasonography in detecting giant cell arteritis ( GCA) is emerging. Currently, temporal biopsy is the gold standard to diagnose GCA but studies have shown the interest to use B mode ultrasonography. However, until now, the study of velocities in GCA have not been yet performed.
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| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| Velocimetric Study of Temporal Arteries in Patients With Horton Disease Using Scan-Doppler | velocimetric temporal arterial study in giant arteritis | 2 months |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| evaluation of the halo sign in giant arteritis using B mode ultrasonography | presence or absence of the halo sign in giant arteritis patients | 2 months |
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all patients aged more than 55 years old who are suspected of giant arteritis
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| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHRU de Brest | Brest | 29609 | France |
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| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D013700 | Giant Cell Arteritis |
| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D020293 | Vasculitis, Central Nervous System |
| D020274 | Autoimmune Diseases of the Nervous System |
| D009422 | Nervous System Diseases |
| D002561 | Cerebrovascular Disorders |
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| D001927 | Brain Diseases |
| D002493 | Central Nervous System Diseases |
| D014652 | Vascular Diseases |
| D002318 | Cardiovascular Diseases |
| D001167 | Arteritis |
| D014657 | Vasculitis |
| D017445 | Skin Diseases, Vascular |
| D012871 | Skin Diseases |
| D017437 | Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases |
| D001327 | Autoimmune Diseases |
| D007154 | Immune System Diseases |