Primary Aortitis

Key Points

• This research aims to clarify the diagnostic challenges posed by primary aortitis and the potential role of immunosuppression in patient recovery.
• Utilized multimodal imaging techniques for diagnosis.
• Examined the relationship between immunosuppressive treatment and conduction recovery.
• Assessed outcomes of patients presenting with complete atrioventricular block.
• Found that complete atrioventricular block is a common presentation of primary aortitis.
• Demonstrated improved conduction recovery in patients receiving immunosuppression.
• Highlighted the critical role of accurate imaging in distinguishing primary aortitis from intramural hematoma.