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The Arteriomobil Project for peripheral arterial disease
M Pfeiffer1, E Bock, T Hohenberger
1German Union of PAD Self-Help Groups.
VASA. Zeitschrift Fur Gefasskrankheiten
|November 13, 2008
Summary
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) is highly prevalent in Germany, particularly in older adults. The Arteriomobil Project highlights the significant impact of smoking and diabetes on PAD risk.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Medicine
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) in Germany is a significant public health concern with underestimated incidence and consequences.
- The Arteriomobil Project was initiated to raise public awareness of venous and arterial diseases.
- This study reports on PAD prevalence rates and the project's unique approach.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) in the German population.
- To investigate risk factors and comorbidities associated with PAD.
- To assess the effectiveness of the Arteriomobil Project in raising awareness.
Main Methods:
- A mobile investigation unit (Arteriomobil) equipped for medical history documentation and Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) determination was utilized.
- A total of 14,785 volunteers aged 18-102 years participated between April 1997 and April 2007.
- Standardized computer-assisted interviews and ABI measurements were performed on all participants.
Main Results:
- PAD prevalence increased with age, reaching 33% in females and 41% in males by the 10th decade.
- Smoking (OR 2.85) and Diabetes Mellitus (OR 1.91) were significant risk factors for PAD.
- Intermittent claudication was the most discriminating symptom (OR 5.87), and previous myocardial infarction (OR 2.23) was a common comorbidity.
Conclusions:
- The Arteriomobil Project established the largest database on PAD prevalence in Germany.
- The findings underscore the high prevalence of PAD within the German population.
- Public health initiatives are crucial for addressing the burden of PAD.
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