38 Questions
What is the definition of an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)?
Infrarenal aortic diameter greater than 3cm
What is the 3rd leading cause of sudden death in the USA?
Aortic aneurysm
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for abdominal aortic aneurysm?
Female gender
What is the most common gender ratio for abdominal aortic aneurysm?
8:1 (Males:Females)
What are the main components of the 5Ps used to describe abdominal aortic aneurysm?
Pulselessness, paleness, paralysis, palor, perishingly cold
What is the most common clinical sign of a stable AAA?
Pulsatile abdominal mass
What is the approximate mortality rate for ruptured AAA before patients reach the hospital?
80%
In terms of diameter, at what size does the simplified estimate suggest a 75% 5-year rupture risk for AAA?
≥7cm
Which imaging technique is typically used for the screening of AAA?
Duplex US
What is the management approach for AAA that involves smoking cessation, blood pressure control, and lipidemic control?
Conservative - Medical
Which procedure is associated with a longer recovery time?
Open repair
What is a disadvantage associated with EVAR according to the text?
Higher risk of aneurysm-related mortality
Which study did not find differences in long-term complications between EVAR and open repair?
OVER study
What is the main advantage of EVAR over open repair, as highlighted in the text?
Minimal need for recovery
When should abdominal aortic aneurysms be managed operatively according to the text?
When they are symptomatic or when >5cm
What is the clinical manifestation of atherosclerosis at the legs?
Peripheral Arterial Disease
Which factor is NOT listed as a risk for PAD?
High HDL Cholesterol
In the context of PAD, what is the significance of an ABI of 200m IIB?
Indicates asymptomatic PAD
What is the mortality rate for patients with severe PAD?
0%
What is the role of Efthymios “Makis” Avgerinos, MD, FACS, FEBVS in the medical field?
All of the above
What is the significance of carotid disease according to the text?
It is the second cause of cardiovascular death in the U.S.
What is the key finding of the MRI for the patient in the case scenario?
Critical Stenosis of the Left ICA
What is the prevalence of cerebrovascular disease projected for 2030 according to the text?
3.9%
What is the primary blood pressure management strategy for the patient in the case scenario?
Initiation of heparin
What is the fifth leading cause of death in the western world according to the text?
Cerebrovascular Disease
What is the definition of acute limb ischemia?
A sudden decrease in limb perfusion that threatens the viability of the limb
What are the key risk factors for peripheral arterial disease (PAD)?
Smoking, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and diabetes
What are the recommended interventions for debilitating claudication or in critical limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI)?
Bypass surgery and balloon angioplasty
What is the main manifestation of peripheral arterial disease (PAD)?
Intermittent claudication and critical limb-threatening ischemia (CLTI)
What is the primary purpose of checking pulses and using ankle-brachial index (ABI) in peripheral arterial disease (PAD)?
To assess the severity of arterial blockages and peripheral perfusion
Which of the following vascular diseases involves the swelling of the leg?
Lymphedema
What is the leading cause of death among the listed vascular diseases?
Aortic Aneurysm
Which vascular disease is commonly associated with a swollen leg?
Lymphedema – Swollen Leg
What is a characteristic symptom of peripheral arterial disease?
Pain and cramping in the legs
Which vascular disease is primarily focused on the blood vessels in the abdomen?
Aortic Aneurysm
What is a common risk factor for developing abdominal aortic aneurysm?
Hypertension
Which vascular disease is associated with a condition that involves poor circulation in the lower limbs?
Peripheral Arterial Disease
What is a potential consequence of untreated venous thromboembolic disease?
Deep vein thrombosis
Test your knowledge of vascular diseases, surgical procedures, and relevant medical terminologies with this quiz. Explore topics such as peripheral arterial disease, aortic aneurysm, carotid disease, and venous insufficiency.
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