Arteries Commonly Affected by Giant Cell Arteritis

Arteries Commonly Affected by Giant Cell Arteritis

Arteries commonly affected by giant cell arteritis

Giant cell arteritis can inflame the arteries that carry blood up to the head and those that carry blood within the head.

Current as of: December 20, 2021

Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:
Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine
Brian D. O'Brien MD - Internal Medicine
Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine
Anne C. Poinier MD - Internal Medicine