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What is the most common type of vision loss in patients with conditions related to GCA?
What is the most common type of vision loss in patients with conditions related to GCA?
- Unilateral vision loss (correct)
- Complete blindness
- Bilateral vision loss
- Gradual vision loss
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of giant cell arteritis (GCA)?
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of giant cell arteritis (GCA)?
- Jaw claudication
- Weight gain (correct)
- Scalp tenderness
- Fatigue
Which laboratory finding is considered more sensitive for diagnosing GCA?
Which laboratory finding is considered more sensitive for diagnosing GCA?
- Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR)
- Blood glucose levels
- Complete blood count (CBC)
- C-reactive protein (CRP) (correct)
What temporal artery finding significantly increases the likelihood of a positive biopsy in GCA?
What temporal artery finding significantly increases the likelihood of a positive biopsy in GCA?
Which of the following conditions is NOT included in the differential diagnosis for GCA?
Which of the following conditions is NOT included in the differential diagnosis for GCA?
What is the most common presenting symptom in patients with GCA?
What is the most common presenting symptom in patients with GCA?
Which of the following factors is NOT considered a risk factor for GCA?
Which of the following factors is NOT considered a risk factor for GCA?
What primarily characterizes the histopathology of arteries affected by GCA?
What primarily characterizes the histopathology of arteries affected by GCA?
What is the suspected role of the varicella zoster virus in GCA?
What is the suspected role of the varicella zoster virus in GCA?
Which genetic factor has been identified as a risk factor for GCA?
Which genetic factor has been identified as a risk factor for GCA?
Flashcards
Peak age for GCA
Peak age for GCA
Patients 70 to 80 years old are most commonly affected by giant cell arteritis (GCA).
GCA etiology (main idea)
GCA etiology (main idea)
The exact cause of giant cell arteritis (GCA) is unknown, but it's believed that a body's inappropriate immune response to injury in blood vessel walls contribute.
GCA's effect on blood vessels
GCA's effect on blood vessels
GCA primarily affects the lining of medium and large blood vessels, causing inflammation.
GCA risk factor
GCA risk factor
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GCA common association
GCA common association
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Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) Symptoms
Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) Symptoms
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GCA Physical Exam Findings
GCA Physical Exam Findings
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GCA Diagnostic Criteria (ACR)
GCA Diagnostic Criteria (ACR)
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GCA Diagnostic Tests
GCA Diagnostic Tests
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GCA Differential Diagnosis
GCA Differential Diagnosis
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Study Notes
Index of Topics
- Temporal Arteritis (pg 2)
- Corneal Abrasion and Ulceration (pg 5)
- Cellulitis (orbital pg 8, periorbital pg 12)
- Conjunctivitis (pg 16)
- Dental Infection (pg 21)
- Glaucoma (primary closed pg 24, primary open pg 28)
- Hearing Loss (pg 32)
- Herpes Eye Infections (pg 36)
- Hordeolum (pg 40)
- Laryngitis (pg 43)
- Mastoiditis (pg 47)
- Meniere Disease (pg 52)
- Mumps (pg 56)
- Nasal Polyps (pg 60)
- Optic Neuritis (pg 63)
- Otitis Externa (pg 67)
- Otitis Media (pg 70)
- Otitis Media with Effusion (pg 75)
- Parotitis (acute and chronic, pg 77)
- Pharyngitis (pg 81)
- Presbycusis (pg 85)
- Retinal Detachment (pg 89)
- Retinopathy (pg 93)
- Rhinitis (pg 97)
- Sialadenitis (Salivary Gland Calculi, pg 101)
- Scleritis (pg 105)
- Sinusitis (pg 108)
- Sjögren Syndrome (pg 112)
- Subconjunctival hemorrhage (pg 116)
- Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (pg 119)
- Tinea Capitis (pg 123)
- Tinnitus (pg 126)
- Trigeminal Neuralgia (pg 130)
- Vertigo (pg 134)
- Vincent Stomatitis (pg 137)
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Test your knowledge on Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) with this quiz that covers symptoms, diagnostic findings, and related pathology. Answer questions about the most common symptoms, laboratory findings, and risk factors associated with this condition. Perfect for medical students and professionals looking to refresh their understanding of GCA.
