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Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Geriatrics

Background:

  • Peripheral artery disease (PAD) affects over 236 million people worldwide.
  • Diagnosis is confirmed by an ankle-brachial index below 0.90.
  • PAD severity correlates with reduced ability to complete a 6-minute walk test without rest, particularly in older adults.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize current recommendations for preventing cardiovascular events in PAD patients.
  • To review interventions that improve walking ability in individuals with PAD.
  • To outline criteria for considering leg revascularization in PAD management.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of PAD epidemiology, diagnosis, and treatment guidelines.
  • Analysis of studies on exercise interventions (supervised and home-based) for PAD.
  • Evaluation of pharmacological and procedural treatment options for PAD.

Main Results:

  • Intensive statin therapy, antiplatelet agents or aspirin with rivaroxaban, blood pressure control (<130/80 mm Hg), semaglutide, and SGLT2 inhibitors (for diabetic patients) are recommended for cardiovascular event prevention.
  • Both supervised and home-based walking exercise programs demonstrably improve walking function in PAD patients.
  • Leg revascularization is indicated for severe PAD symptoms unresponsive to conservative management, including exercise.

Conclusions:

  • Comprehensive management of peripheral artery disease involves a multi-faceted approach combining pharmacotherapy, lifestyle modifications, and targeted interventions.
  • Exercise is a cornerstone of PAD treatment, enhancing functional capacity and quality of life.
  • Revascularization should be reserved for refractory cases to optimize patient outcomes and resource allocation.