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[[Takayasu's arteritis]] is an [[inflammatory disease]] of unknown etiology associated with structural problems in the [[arteries]] that branch off the [[aortic arch]]. The [[aortic arch]] is the top part of the main [[artery]] carrying [[blood]] away from the [[heart]]. | |||
==What are the symptoms of Takayasu's arteritis?== | ==What are the symptoms of Takayasu's arteritis?== |
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What is Takayasu's arteritis?
Takayasu's arteritis is an inflammatory disease of unknown etiology associated with structural problems in the arteries that branch off the aortic arch. The aortic arch is the top part of the main artery carrying blood away from the heart.
What are the symptoms of Takayasu's arteritis?
What causes Takayasu's arteritis?
Who is at risk for Takayasu's arteritis?
Where to find medical care for Takayasu's arteritis
Directions to Hospitals Treating Takayasu's arteritis