Coexistence of Takayasu Arteritis and Intestinal Tuberculosis in a Young Bangladeshi Woman

Clinical Case Reports 2026 Open access

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Authors: Suchismita Debnath, Quazi Mamtaz Uddin Ahmed, Sabrina Mahbub, Ishtiak Khan, Md Ashraf Uddin, S. M. Emtiazur Rahman
DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.72032
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Abstract

Takayasu arteritis (TAK) is a rare, chronic, granulomatous large-vessel vasculitis predominantly affecting young women. Although its etiology remains uncertain, tuberculosis (TB) has long been implicated as a potential trigger. We report a 28-year-old Bangladeshi woman with TAK coexisting with transverse colon TB, a rare but clinically significant association requiring simultaneous immunosuppressive and antitubercular therapy. Recognition of TB is crucial before initiating corticosteroids, particularly in endemic regions.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Vasculitis and related conditions Diagnosis and treatment of tuberculosis Infectious Aortic and Vascular Conditions

Publication details

Journal / source
Clinical Case Reports
Volume
14
Issue
2
Pages
e72032–e72032
Publication date
1 February 2026
Language
EN