Chronic Limb Threatening Ischemia

Guest: Arashk Motiei, M.D.

Hosts: Sharonne Hayes, M.D.

Chronic limb threatening ischemia is a common problem associated with a high morbidity and mortality. Patients need aggressive multidisciplinary evaluation and treatment to reduce the risk of limb loss and associated cardiovascular risk.

Topics Discussed:

What are the key clinical manifestations of chronic limb threatening ischemia?
What is the risk of limb loss and mortality in patients with chronic limb threatening ischemia?
What are some diagnostic tests and what are the pitfalls of these tests?
Can you give us a broad overview of revascularization for these patients?

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