Limb Ischaemia Flashcards
1
Q
what is acute limb ischaemia?
A
there is a blockage of a peripheral artery - either from a thromboembolism or an embolic plaque
2
Q
what does acute limb ischaemia commonly occur on a background of?
A
peripheral vascular disease
3
Q
what does fixed mottling of the skin imply?
A
irreversibility
4
Q
the 6Ps of acute limb ischamiea?
A
Perishingly cold Pulseless Parasthesia Pain Paralysis Palor
5
Q
diagnosis of acte limb ischamia?
A
clinical
6
Q
treatment of acute limb ischaemia?
A
Its an EMERGENCY
thrombolytic agent eg tpa
open surgery/angioplasty
7
Q
what drug should you use after both surgery and thrombolysis?
A
heparin
8
Q
after treatment, what do you need to watch out for, which could lead to compartment syndrome
A
reperfusion injury
