10 Questions
Which vessel is most likely involved in thigh claudication?
Iliac artery
What is the primary cause of atherosclerosis in the context of peripheral artery disease?
Lipid-filled intimal plaques
Which of the following is a common symptom of peripheral artery disease?
Paresthesia in the thighs
What is the primary risk factor for peripheral artery disease?
Smoking
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of claudication?
Pain is constant
In which artery is atherosclerosis most likely to occur in the context of peripheral artery disease?
Large arteries
What is the primary consequence of atherosclerosis in the context of peripheral artery disease?
Insufficient blood flow to muscles during exercise
Which of the following is a characteristic of Leriche syndrome?
Impotence
What is the primary diagnostic tool for aortoiliac disease?
Angiography
Which of the following is a complication of atherosclerosis in the context of peripheral artery disease?
Rupture of the artery
Test your knowledge on the diagnosis and treatment of Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), including the Ankle Brachial Index (ABI), Duplex Ultrasound, and CT angiography, as well as the different stages of PAD and their corresponding treatments. Learn how to identify and manage PAD in patients.
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