Scalp vein thrombosis mimicking giant cell arteritis relapse

Intern Med J. 2011 Jun;41(6):492-5. doi: 10.1111/j.1445-5994.2010.02396.x.

Abstract

Scalp vein thrombosis is an unusual complication during giant cell arteritis. Revealed by headache, it can be misdiagnosed as a disease relapse. An ultrasound scan should rapidly be performed to make the diagnosis, avoiding inappropriate treatment escalation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Female
  • Giant Cell Arteritis / diagnosis*
  • Giant Cell Arteritis / diagnostic imaging
  • Humans
  • Recurrence
  • Scalp / blood supply*
  • Scalp / diagnostic imaging
  • Ultrasonography
  • Venous Thrombosis / diagnosis*
  • Venous Thrombosis / diagnostic imaging