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Acute Limb Ischaemia Flashcards

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Q

What is acute limb ischaemia?

A

Acute limb ischaemia is a condition in which there is a sudden decrease in limb perfusion

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What is the biggest risk of acute limb ischaemia?

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It threatens the viability of the limb and needs to be amputated

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What are the causes of acute limb ischaemia?

A

Embolus

Thrombi

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What are the symptoms of acute limb ischaemia?

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the 5P's
Pain
Pulslesnes 
Parathesia 
Pallor
Paralysis 
Perishing cold
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What are the investigations used to diagnose acute limb ischaemia?

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ECG
CXR
Routine bloods
Angio

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What are the treatments of acute limb ischaemia

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Surgery 
Angioplasty 
Amputation 
Statins
Cilostazol
ACE inhibitors
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