Buerger disease Flashcards
1
Q
What is another name for Buerger disease?
A
Thromboangiitis obliterans
2
Q
What is buerger disease?
A
An inflammatory condition that causes thrombus formation in small + medium arteries distally (in the hands and feet)
3
Q
Who is most commonly affected by buerger disease?
A
Men aged 25-35 (younger than 50)
Smokers
4
Q
How does Buerger disease present?
A
Painful, blue discolouration to fingertips of fingers or toes
Worse at night
Can progress to ulcers, gangrene + amputation
5
Q
What is a typical finding on angiograms for buerger disease?
A
Corkscrew collaterals - where new collateral vessels form to bypass the affected arteries.
6
Q
How is Buerger disease managed?
A
Stop smoking - makes significant improvement
Certain specialist treatments
