Implications of thrombocytosis in giant cell arteritis.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
To bring attention to the implications of thrombocytosis in giant cell arteritis. Case report. Platelet counts were measured before and after corticosteroid therapy in a patient with biopsy-proven giant cell arteritis. Platelet counts were increased before corticosteroid therapy was begun and returned to normal levels after corticosteroid therapy was instituted. Platelet counts in a patient with giant cell arteritis may have diagnostic, therapeutic, and prognostic value.
Medical subject headings
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Thrombocytosis