Symptomatic subclavian artery occlusion: a case study.
Although symptomatic upper extremity ischemia due to subclavian artery occlusion is uncommon, it is a recognized syndrome in the vascular literature. When it does occur, significant functional disabilities can result. Carotid-subclavian bypass is one approach to revascularization of the ischemic upper extremity. Nurses should be aware of the signs and symptoms of subclavian artery occlusion, the appropriate assessments, pre-op and post-op interventions, and educational needs of these patients.
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D001157:Arterial Occlusive Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000451:nursing* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009730:Nursing Assessment / Q000379:methods*; D011859:Radiography; D013348:Subclavian Artery