Acute Limb Ischaemia (PAD) Flashcards
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Description:
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Form of peripheral arterial disease
2
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Aetiology/risk factors
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Aetiology: Caused by atherosclerosis causing STENOSIS of the arteries
Risk factors: Male, age, smoking, hypertension, diabetes, hypercholesterolaemia, history of chronic limb ischaemia
3
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Symptoms:
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Sudden onset
4
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Investigations
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- Ankle brachial pulse index (ABPI)
- CT angiogram
- Doppler ultrasound
- Pulse examination (look for pulseness)
5
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Treatment:
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- Address any risk factors
If the limb is salvagable then:
Embolectomy
If the limb is not salvageable then:
Amputation
Palliate
Other treatments include:
IV heparin
Thrombolysis
Vascular bypass (if embolectomy unsuccessful)
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