Critical Limb Ischemia

Question 1

1. Progressive, symptomatic ischemia leading to necrosis of the extremities.
2. Resting blood flow cannot accommodate basal nutritional needs of the tissues
3. Most severe at night when the leg is at horizontal, improves with dependency
4. T or F: Claudication AFTER edema
5. Indications for revascularization:

Answer 1

1. Critical Limb Ischemia
2. Arterial Occlusive Disease
3. Rest Pain
4. F: BEFORE
5. Pain at rest, Gangrene, Non-ischemic Ulcers