Takayasu's disease in an Arab male: relationship with tuberculosis

A case widespread Takayaus's disease [type III] affecting an Arab male is reported. He presented with a radiological picture of 'reversed coarctation'. He had been treated for pulmonary tuberculosis in the past. The relationship between Takayasu's is disease and tuberculosis is discussed. To the best our knowledge, this is the first reported case from Saudi Arabia

Abnormal systolic time intervals in asymptomatic Saudi diabetics

Systolic time intervals were recorded in 21 asymptomatic Saudi male diabetics and 16 controls between the ages of 40 and 60 years, before and after maximal exercise. Diabetics had significantly prolonged PEP and PEP/LVET at rest which improved on exercise. This reflects preclinical involvement of the heart even though the diabetes is of short duration. Such simple non-invasive tests may be of value in selecting diabetics at high risk of cardiovascular complications