Giant cell or temporal arteritis
Definition: A condition affecting the arteries which can cause serious sight loss if untreated.
Category: eye condition
Credit: RNIB
Source:
https://www.rnib.org.uk/your-eyes/eye-conditions-az/giant-cell-arteritis/
Last Updated: 11th of June 2024
Library records mentioning Giant cell or temporal arteritis
Giant cell arteritis (GCA) is a condition that affects large and medium sized arteries in your body. It particularly affects the arteries in your neck and head. This can affect the blood supply to your eye and eye muscles. GCA is also known as temporal arteritis.
