Temporal Artery Biopsy Treatment in India
About Temporal Artery Biopsy
Key Highlights
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Gold standard diagnostic test for Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA).Performed as an outpatient procedure under local anesthesia.Provides a definitive tissue diagnosis to guide critical treatment decisions.Relatively quick procedure with minimal visible scarring.Helps prevent serious complications like permanent vision loss or stroke.
Who is this surgery for?
- Suspected Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA) or Temporal Arteritis.
- New-onset, severe headache, especially in the temple area.
- Jaw pain or claudication (pain with chewing).
- Sudden, painless vision loss or visual disturbances (amaurosis fugax).
- Persistent fever, fatigue, and unexplained weight loss in older adults.
- Elevated inflammatory markers (ESR, CRP) with compatible symptoms.
- Abnormal findings on temporal artery ultrasound suggesting vasculitis.
How to prepare
- Disclosure of all medications, especially blood thinners (aspirin, warfarin, etc.), which may need to be paused.
- Discussion of allergies, particularly to local anesthetics.
- No need for fasting as it's typically done under local anesthesia.
- Arranging for transportation home after the procedure is advisable.
- The scalp/temple area may be shaved slightly at the biopsy site.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding or hematoma (bruising) at the biopsy site.
- Infection, though rare due to the sterile technique.
- Damage to nearby sensory nerves, leading to temporary or permanent numbness in the scalp.
- Scarring at the incision site.
- Rare risk of a false-negative result if the biopsy misses an inflamed segment of the artery.
- Allergic reaction to the local anesthetic.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Pressure is applied to the site to prevent bleeding, followed by a small bandage.
- Mild pain or tenderness is common and managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.
- Keep the incision site clean and dry for 24-48 hours as per surgeon's instructions.
- Stitches, if non-dissolvable, are typically removed in 7-10 days.
- Most normal activities can be resumed within a day or two, avoiding strenuous exercise.
- Pathology results are usually available within 3-7 days to guide further treatment.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (Outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
3-7 days
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering temporal artery biopsy in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
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Procedure cost in other countries
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Pathologist Specialists for Temporal Artery Biopsy
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