Histopathology reporting of temporal artery biopsy specimens for giant cell arteritis: results of a modified Delphi study

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Taze DilekORCID,Chakrabarty Arundhati,Venkateswaran Ranjana,Hartley Collette,Harden Charlotte,Morgan Ann Wendy,Mackie Sarah Louise,Griffin Kathryn Jane

Abstract

The temporal artery biopsy (TAB) is regarded as the gold-standard test in the diagnosis of giant cell arteritis (GCA). There is a lack of agreement among experienced pathologists regarding the diagnostic features and classification of inflammation observed in TAB sections in the diagnosis of GCA.AimsThe aim of this research study was to establish consensus on the key parameters which should be included in a standardised reporting proforma for TAB specimens. We specifically investigated factors pertaining to clinical information, specimen handling and microscopic pathological features.MethodsA modified Delphi process, comprising three survey rounds and three virtual consensus group meetings, was undertaken by 13 UK-based pathology or ophthalmology consultants, with a 100% response rate across the three rounds. Initial statements were formulated after a literature review and participants were asked to rate their agreement using a nine-point Likert scale. Consensus was defined a priori as an agreement of ≥70% and individual feedback was provided after each round, together with data on the distribution of group responses.ResultsOverall, 67 statements reached consensus and 17 statements did not. The participants agreed on the core microscopic features to be included in a pathology report and felt that a proforma would facilitate consistent reporting practices.ConclusionsOur work revealed uncertainty surrounding the correlation between clinical parameters (eg, laboratory markers of inflammation and steroid therapy duration) and microscopic findings, and we propose areas for future research.

Funder

Medical Research Council

Leeds Hospital Charitable Foundation

Publisher

BMJ

Subject

General Medicine,Pathology and Forensic Medicine

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