Medical management of symptomatic peripheral vascular disease.
As our society becomes older, peripheral vascular disease assumes greater significance. Many patients are not surgical candidates and, therefore, must opt for medical management. The podiatrist often assumes the role of primary health care provider, and a knowledge of the disease process, its consequences, and treatment alternatives becomes paramount. The authors detail the events leading to and the treatment options for symptomatic peripheral vascular disease.
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American College of Physicians, James A. Haley Veterans Hospital, Tampa, FL 33612.
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D000367:Age Factors; D001157:Arterial Occlusive Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000503:physiopathology; D004347:Drug Interactions; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011379:Prognosis; D014665:Vasodilator Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use
D014665:Vasodilator Agents