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Management of intermittent claudication.

Robert D Brook1, Alan B Weder, P Michael Grossman

  • 1Division of Cardiology and Vascular Medicine Program, University of Michigan, 3918 Taubman Medical Center, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, USA.

Cardiology Clinics
|December 11, 2002
PubMed
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Peripheral artery disease (PAD) management is challenging, but early identification and aggressive treatment significantly reduce cardiovascular risk. Effective strategies include risk factor modification, lifestyle changes, and targeted therapies for improved quality of life.

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Area of Science:

  • Vascular Medicine
  • Cardiovascular Disease
  • Medical Management

Background:

  • Peripheral artery disease (PAD) presents a significant clinical challenge, affecting both symptomatic (intermittent claudication - IC) and subclinical patient populations.
  • PAD, regardless of symptom presence, is associated with a substantial increase in cardiovascular risk, leading to mortality from myocardial infarction and stroke.
  • Effective management of PAD is crucial for mitigating severe health consequences and improving patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the critical importance of identifying patients with PAD, including those with subclinical disease.
  • To emphasize the significant cardiovascular benefits of aggressive medical treatment for PAD patients.
  • To review current and emerging therapeutic strategies for PAD management.

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Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive review of medical management strategies for PAD.
  • Analysis of risk factor modification, lifestyle interventions, and pharmacologic treatments.
  • Evaluation of surgical, percutaneous revascularization, and novel therapeutic approaches.

Main Results:

  • Aggressive medical treatment, including risk factor control and lifestyle changes, offers substantial health benefits beyond symptom relief.
  • Surgical and percutaneous revascularization are effective for aorto-iliac disease with disabling symptoms.
  • Emerging treatments like angiogenic growth factors show promise, with ongoing clinical trials.

Conclusions:

  • Early identification and aggressive medical management of PAD are paramount for reducing cardiovascular mortality and morbidity.
  • Current treatment paradigms focus on risk factor management, lifestyle modification, and pharmacotherapy to improve function and prevent advanced disease.
  • Future advancements in endovascular therapies and novel treatments may expand options for complex infra-inguinal PAD.