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Computerized Dynamic Posturography for Postural Control Assessment in Patients with Intermittent Claudication
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Computerized Dynamic Posturography for Postural Control Assessment in Patients with Intermittent Claudication

Published on: December 11, 2013

[The assessment of TIKLO efficacy in patients with intermittent claudication]

I I Zatevakhin, V N Zolkin, E E Shiller

    Angiologiia I Sosudistaia Khirurgiia = Angiology and Vascular Surgery
    |November 16, 2007
    PubMed

    Insights

    TIKLO effectively improved circulation for intermittent claudication patients, enhancing walking distance and recovery time. This treatment showed minimal adverse events compared to acetylsalicylic acid.

    Area of Science:

    • Vascular Medicine
    • Pharmacology

    Background:

    • Intermittent claudication (IC) significantly impacts patient quality of life.
    • Current treatments aim to improve walking capacity and peripheral circulation.

    Observation:

    • A comparative study assessed TIKLO against acetylsalicylic acid in IC patients.
    • Patients received either TIKLO (250 mg BID) or Thrombo ASS (100 mg QD).

    Findings:

    • TIKLO demonstrated significant reductions in platelet aggregation.
    • Patients on TIKLO experienced increased pain-free walking distance.
    • TIKLO decreased the ankle-brachial index (ABI) recovery time post-treadmill test.
    • TIKLO exhibited a favorable safety profile with minimal adverse events.

    Implications:

    • TIKLO presents a promising therapeutic option for managing intermittent claudication.
    • Further research may explore TIKLO's long-term efficacy and broader cardiovascular benefits.

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