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Which vessel is most likely involved in thigh claudication?
Which vessel is most likely involved in thigh claudication?
- Common femoral artery
- Popliteal artery
- Profunda femoris artery
- Iliac artery (correct)
What is the primary cause of atherosclerosis in the context of peripheral artery disease?
What is the primary cause of atherosclerosis in the context of peripheral artery disease?
- Vascular wall thickening
- Lipid-filled intimal plaques (correct)
- Insufficient blood flow
- Inflammation of the blood vessels
Which of the following is a common symptom of peripheral artery disease?
Which of the following is a common symptom of peripheral artery disease?
- Paresthesia in the thighs (correct)
- Paralysis of the lower extremities
- Numbness of the feet
- Weakness of the calf muscles
What is the primary risk factor for peripheral artery disease?
What is the primary risk factor for peripheral artery disease?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of claudication?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of claudication?
In which artery is atherosclerosis most likely to occur in the context of peripheral artery disease?
In which artery is atherosclerosis most likely to occur in the context of peripheral artery disease?
What is the primary consequence of atherosclerosis in the context of peripheral artery disease?
What is the primary consequence of atherosclerosis in the context of peripheral artery disease?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Leriche syndrome?
Which of the following is a characteristic of Leriche syndrome?
What is the primary diagnostic tool for aortoiliac disease?
What is the primary diagnostic tool for aortoiliac disease?
Which of the following is a complication of atherosclerosis in the context of peripheral artery disease?
Which of the following is a complication of atherosclerosis in the context of peripheral artery disease?
