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What is the main cause of Peripheral arterial disease according to the text?

Atherosclerosis (correct)
Buerger’s disease
Thromboembolism
Trauma to artery

Which symptom is characteristic of severe ischemic cases of Peripheral arterial disease?

Claudication relieved by rest
Cold, cyanosed feet
Diminished peripheral pulse
Rest pain (correct)

What diagnostic method is used for Peripheral arterial disease before surgery?

X-ray calcification
MRI
Doppler
Arteriography (correct)

Which disease usually presents in young male smokers according to the text?

Buerger’s disease (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended as a medical treatment for Peripheral arterial disease in the text?

Low dose aspirin (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are the main causes of Peripheral arterial disease according to the text?

<ol> <li>Atherosclerosis (Risk factors are smoking, dyslipidemia, DM, hypertension and arteritis) 2. Thromboembolism 3. Trauma to artery 4. Buerger’s disease 5. Raynaud’s disease</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What are the clinical presentations of Peripheral arterial disease?

<ol> <li>Claudication (calf pain with exercise, relieved by rest) 2. Rest pain in severe ischemic cases 3. Diminished or absent peripheral pulse 4. Cold, cyanosed feet 5. Colour, temperature, skin, nail bed changes 6. Decreased skin temperature 7. Dry, scaly, or shiny skin 8. Poor nail and hair growth 9. Possible ulcerations and gangrene on weight-bearing surfaces (toes, heel)</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

What diagnostic methods are used for Peripheral arterial disease?

Doppler, Arteriography (preoperative), X-ray calcification Signup and view all the answers

What are the recommended medical treatments for Peripheral arterial disease according to the text?

Low dose aspirin, lifestyle changes (stop smoking, weight reduction), correction of risk factors, exercise program Signup and view all the answers

What is Buerger’s disease and who does it usually affect?

Buerger’s disease is an inflammatory obliterative arterial disease that usually presents in young (20-30 years) male smokers. Signup and view all the answers

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