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Clinical manifestationsPeripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) manifests through a range of symptoms, from the characteristic intermittent claudication to atypical presentations and severe complications in advanced stages. Intermittent claudication, a hallmark symptom of PAD, presents as exercise-induced muscle pain that typically resolves within minutes of rest. This pain is reproducible and stems from inadequate blood flow, leading to the accumulation of lactic acid produced during anaerobic...
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The vascular lab is essential for diagnosing arterial diseases like peripheral arterial disease and aortic disease. This review covers noninvasive testing protocols and diagnostic criteria for these conditions.

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Area of Science:

  • Vascular Medicine
  • Diagnostic Imaging
  • Noninvasive Testing

Background:

  • Vascular labs (VL) are crucial for diagnosing arterial conditions.
  • Peripheral arterial disease and aortic disease are common conditions evaluated in VLs.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the indications, protocols, and diagnostic criteria for noninvasive vascular testing.
  • To detail the use of contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) following endovascular aortic aneurysm repair (EVAR).

Main Methods:

  • Review of established noninvasive testing modalities for peripheral arterial disease.
  • Discussion of diagnostic criteria for peripheral arterial disease.
  • Explanation of CEUS protocols and interpretation for EVAR surveillance.

Main Results:

  • Noninvasive testing provides a cornerstone for diagnosing peripheral and aortic arterial diseases.
  • CEUS is a valuable tool for monitoring endovascular aortic aneurysm repair outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Vascular laboratory testing is indispensable for the accurate diagnosis and management of arterial diseases.
  • Standardized protocols and diagnostic criteria enhance the utility of vascular lab evaluations.