Flashcards in Claudication Deck (9)
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Where does claudication often occur?
In the calf --> presents as calf pain
2
How does claudication arise?
Atherosclerosis can cause narrowing of other blood vessels throughout the body apart from the coronary arteries including peripheral arteries causing ischaemic pain in the legs.
3
When is calf pain generally felt?
During exertion--> particularly when walking uphill
4
What type of pain is cludication? [Quality]
Cramping pain --> known as intermittent claudication as it arises with exertion and subsides with rest
5
How is severity of claudication measured?
by the distance that the patient can walk before developing the pain
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What are risk factors for claudication?
Peripheral artery disease has similar risk factors as coronary artery disease
7
What vessels are generally occluded during claudication?
Popliteal artery --> painful calves, parasthesia/pale calves, weakness/cold/no distal pulses
8
How would you ask about a family history?
SIGNPOST FIRST!!!
- Are you parents still alive?
- Do you know how they died?
- Could you tell me about the health of your immediate family?
- Be apologetic about deaths!!!
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