Aortic arch syndrome

Case contributed by Roberto Schubert
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Raynaud syndrome and weakened brachial pulses.

Patient Data

Age: 25 years
Gender: Female

Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.

mri

3D CE-MRA (MIP) shows stenoses of the supra-aortic arteries, especially the brachiocephalic trunk and the left subclavian artery. Near-occlusion of the left vertebral artery.

Case Discussion

 Probably a case of Takayasu arteritis.

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