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To document a rare case of Takayasu arteritis coexisting with intestinal tuberculosis and emphasize the importance of simultaneous treatment.

February 17, 2026Open Access

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

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To document a rare case of Takayasu arteritis coexisting with intestinal tuberculosis and emphasize the importance of simultaneous treatment.
Case report of a 28-year-old Bangladeshi woman.
Diagnosis involved clinical presentation and imaging studies.
Simultaneous treatment with immunosuppressive therapy and antitubercular drugs.
The patient exhibited features of both Takayasu arteritis and intestinal tuberculosis.
Successful management required careful coordination of therapies.
Recognizing tuberculosis as a potential trigger for Takayasu arteritis in endemic areas is crucial.

Abstract

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.

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

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