June 21, 2024

Use of imaging in large vessel vasculitis: EULAR 2023 update

31 minutes

Join our host Dr. Fabian Proft, ARD's Social Media Advisor, as he discusses the updated 2023 EULAR recommendations for imaging in large vessel vasculitis (LVV) with Professor Christian Dejaco and Dr. Milena Bond, the lead authors of the manuscript. This episode covers the latest evidence on ultrasound, MRI, CT, and FDG-PET for diagnosing and monitoring LVV.

Key highlights include:

Ultrasound as the first-line imaging test for giant cell arteritis.

Preferred imaging modalities for Takayasu arteritis.

Use of imaging for assessing vessel abnormalities and long-term monitoring.

Insights into the research agenda for imaging in large vessel vasculitides.

Tune in to learn how these updates aim to enhance patient care and stay informed on the latest developments in rheumatology imaging.

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