Management of chronic peripheral artery disease patients with indication for endovascular revascularization

Area of Science:

• Vascular Medicine
• Interventional Cardiology
• Endovascular Surgery

Background:

• Chronic peripheral artery disease (PAD) presents a growing global health challenge.
• Increasing patient age and comorbidities often preclude traditional open surgery for PAD.
• Endovascular procedures are a primary revascularization strategy for PAD when feasible.

Purpose of the Study:

• To establish a framework for managing patients undergoing lower limb endovascular arterial procedures.
• To provide key messages for pre-, peri-, and post-procedural care.
• To underscore the expanding role of interventional vascular physicians in PAD treatment.

Main Methods:

• Development of a consensus-based framework.
• Endorsement by the European Society of Vascular Medicine board.
• Focus on pre-, peri-, and post-procedural patient management.

Main Results:

• A comprehensive set of key messages for endovascular lower limb revascularization has been established.
• The framework addresses the entire patient journey from preparation to recovery.
• Emphasis is placed on optimizing patient outcomes through standardized care.

Conclusions:

• The framework provides essential guidance for the safe and effective management of patients with PAD undergoing endovascular procedures.
• Interventional vascular physicians play an increasingly vital role in the multidisciplinary approach to PAD.
• Standardized care protocols are crucial for improving outcomes in lower limb revascularization.