title: Giant cell arteritis.
abstract: Giant cell arteritis (GCA) is an autoimmune condition with a predilection for the arteries of the head and neck. Because GCA may lead to permanent blindness, stroke, or death, it is critically important for all health care personnel, in particular ophthalmic nurses, to know about the presentation, diagnostic methods, and treatment modalities related to this disease. Prompt intervention may save a life.
authors.forename: A W
authors.initials: AW
authors.lastname: Lawton
mesh_terms: D001706:Biopsy; D001766:Blindness / Q000517:prevention & control; D013700:Giant Cell Arteritis / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000276:immunology / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D013527:Perioperative Nursing