Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) – A challenging manifestation of atherosclerosis
Joakim Nordanstig, Christian‐Alexander Behrendt, Andrew W. Bradbury, Gert J. de Borst, F. Gerry R. Fowkes, Jonathan Golledge, Anders Gottsäter, Robert J. Hinchliffe, Sigrid Nikol, Lars Norgren
Abstract
The diagnosis of peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is not always evident as symptoms and signs may show great variation. As all grades of PAD are linked to both an increased risk for cardiovascular complications and adverse limb events, awareness of the condition and knowledge about diagnostic measures, prevention and treatment is crucial. This article presents in a condensed form information on PAD and its management.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineArterial diseasePeripheralDiseaseAdverse effectIntensive care medicineVascular diseaseCardiologyInternal medicinePeripheral Artery Disease ManagementCerebrovascular and Carotid Artery Diseases