Increased mortality for individuals with Giant Cell Arteritis: a population-based study.

Lillian B Barra Janet E PopePriscila PequenoJodi M GatleyJessica Widdifield

Published in: Arthritis care & research (2021)

Over a 19-year period, mortality rates were increased among GCA patients relative to the general population and more premature deaths were occurring in younger age groups. The relative excess mortality for GCA patients did not improve over time.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
cardiovascular events
peritoneal dialysis
risk factors
cardiovascular disease
patient reported outcomes