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MCQ 24: Takayasu arteritis (34)

Q. Which of the following is false about Takayasu arteritis?
A. Strong female predominance
B. Increased prevalence in western counties as compared to Asians
C. Pulmonary artery involvement is seen in approximately 50% of patients
D. Tends to affect younger patients
Answer: B. Increased prevalence in western counties as compared to Asians

 Explanation: 

 Important points about Takayasu-
1) Takayasu arteritis has strong female predominance (F:M=9:1)
2) Increased prevalence in Asian populations
3) Tends to affect younger patients (less than 50 years of age)
4) Pulmonary artery involvement is seen in 50% of patients
5) Takayasu was an ophthalmologist
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