12206 - Procedures for Peripheral Arterial Disease

Help patients understand the causes and symptoms of PAD with this engaging, contemporary new edition. This booklet features diagnosis, treatments and risk factor management information to support shared decision making discussions to develop a treatment plan.

• Where narrowing and blockages occur; progression of the disease
• Diagnostic tests ? ankle-brachial index (ABI), ultrasound, arteriography, and CT and MR arteriography
• Endovascular treatments; angioplasty and stenting
• Bypass surgery; abdominal bypass, leg bypass
• Healthy lifestyle changes; including quitting smoking and walking programs
• Enhanced anatomical/procedural artwork and illustrations
• Risks and complications, when to call the doctor
• 16 pages, full-color photography, illustrations and enhanced anatomical artwork