Optimizing the outcome of vascular intervention for Takayasu arteritis

Background Takayasu arteritis (TA) predisposes to the development of arterial stenoses and aneurysms, and is associated with considerable morbidity and mortality amongst young patients. The aims of this study were to analyse indications and outcomes of surgical intervention, and to assess the potential benefits of immunosuppression and the use of perioperative imaging. Methods This was a retrospective review of patients with TA referred between...