Buerger disease Flashcards
1
Q
What is it also known as?
A
Thromboangiitis obliterates
2
Q
What is it
A
Inflammatory condition causing thrombus formation in the small and medium sized blood vessels in the distal arterial system - hands and feet
3
Q
Who does it typically affect?
A
Men 25-35 years
4
Q
What is a risk factor
A
Smoking
5
Q
What is the presentation
A
Painful blue discolouration to the fingertips or tips of toes
Worse at night
6
Q
What can it progress to
A
Ulcers
Gangrene
Amputation
7
Q
What is the typical finding on angiogram
A
Corkscrew collaterals
8
Q
What is the management
A
stop smoking COMPLETELY
IV iloprost
