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. 2021 Jul 21;16(Suppl 3):311.
doi: 10.1186/s13023-021-01922-1.

French recommendations for the management of Takayasu's arteritis

David Saadoun  1 , Alessandra Bura-Riviere  2 , Chloé Comarmond  3 , Marc Lambert  4 , Alban Redheuil  5 , Tristan Mirault  6 ; Collaborators
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French recommendations for the management of Takayasu's arteritis

David Saadoun et al. Orphanet J Rare Dis. .

Abstract

The aim of this National Diagnostic and Care Protocol (PNDS) is to explain to the professionals involved the current optimal diagnosis and therapeutic management and care approach for a patient with Takayasu's arteritis. Its purpose is to optimize and harmonize the management and follow-up of this rare disease throughout the country. It also identifies pharmaceutical specialties used in an indication not provided for in the Marketing Authorization, as well as the specialties, products or services necessary for the care of patients but not usually paid for or reimbursed.

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Conflict of interest statement

DS reports no conflicts of interest. ABR reports consulting fees/meeting fees from Bayer, Astra-Zeneca; research funding from Bayer, BMS/Pfizer. CC reports no conflicts of interest. ML reports consulting fees/meeting fees Celgène, Bayer, BMS/Pfizer, Leopharma; research funding from Bayer, Roche. AR reports consulting fees/meeting fees Horixtech Holding. TM reports consulting fees/meeting fees Pfizer.

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Fig. 1
a Imaging during Takayasu’s arteritis. *More sensitive on the initial diagnosis. Angio-CT and angio-MRI of the thoracic aorta and abdominal aorta, and angio-CT and angio-MRI of the supraortic trunks (SAT). b Role of tests in the diagnosis and follow-up of Takayasu’s arteritis.
Fig. 2
Fig. 2
General regime of corticosteroid therapy approach (started at 0.5 or 1 mg/kg/day) for a patient with uncomplicated Takayasu’s arteritis with no relapse. *For low-weight pediatric patients, refer to the pediatric reference or competence centers.
Fig. 3
Fig. 3
Specific treatment procedure for Takayasu’s arteritis
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