A Case of Takayasu's Arteritis

ABSTRACT

Takayasu's arteritis is an arterial inflammatory disease of unknown etiology, which most commonly affects the aorta and its large branches, and the pulmonary artery. This pathological condition which is prevalent in. Asian females results in occlusive changes in the lamina, often combined with dilation and secondary thrombus formation. It is associated with four main complications, which is Takayasu's retinopathy. secondary hypertension, aortic regurgitation and aortic or arterial aneurysms. The authors have experienced a case of Takayasu's arteritis (25 years old female) with severe retinopathy, complicated cataract. cyanotic engorged conjunctival vessels and new vessels as a collateral circulation in both eyes.