[Patient testimonial: living with Buerger's disease]

Buerger's disease, or thromboangiitis obliterans, is a rare vascular disorder closely linked to smoking. It can cause severe ischemic pain, trophic disorders, and a high risk of amputation. Its management requires a specialized, multidisciplinary, and patient-centered approach. Drawing on the testimony of Nicolas Robin, a patient receiving vascular care, this article highlights the clinical, functional, psychological, and social consequences of this condition, as well as the challenges involved in the care pathway.