Giant cell arteritis with small bowel infarction. A case report and review of the literature

Am J Gastroenterol. 1980 Feb;73(2):157-61.

Abstract

This case report documents gangrene of the small intestine caused by giant cell arteritis of the regional mesenteric arteries, as an uncommon presentation of generalized giant cell arteritis. The literature concerning similar cases and the etiology is discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Female
  • Gangrene
  • Giant Cell Arteritis / complications*
  • Giant Cell Arteritis / pathology
  • Humans
  • Infarction / etiology*
  • Intestine, Small / blood supply*
  • Mesenteric Arteries / pathology*