vascular Flashcards
1
Q
What are the absolute indication for dialysis
A
uremic pericarditis
pleuritis
encephalopathy
AEIOU
2
Q
what is the order of fistulas
A
radiocephalic, brachiocephalic, brachiobasilic, prosthetic graft
3
Q
what is the most commonly injured nerve during a fasciotomy of the leg?
A
superficial peroneal nerve
4
Q
what is moderate carotid stenosis?
A
50-69%
5
Q
what is high grade carotid stenosis?
A
70-99%
6
Q
When should CEA be considered?
A
patients with moderate to high grade symptomatic carotid stenosis
benefits outweigh the risks
7
Q
When should you do carotid artery stenting instead of CEA
A
CHF class II/IV LVEF <30% unstable angina contralateral carotid occlusion recent MI previous CEA w/recurrent stenosis prior radiation treatment to the neck
