Occlusive arterial disease of the upper extremity

Occlusive and aneurysmal diseases of the large vessels of the upper extremity are uncommon experiences in most practices. Yet, by utilizing basic principles learned in the lower extremity that emphasize proper historic and physical examination, and by the selective use of angiography, these problems can be delineated and effectively treated. Some of the variations in anatomic location and the natural histories of some conditions more prevalent in the upper extremity have been emphasized.