Study: chances missed to avoid many heart attacks.
Clogged arteries in the legs usually mean clogged arteries near the heart. Problem must be addressed as an important QI initiative and seen as a systems issue. Standard order sets can help ensure patients receive appropriate care.
D001161:Arteriosclerosis / Q000150:complications / Q000188:drug therapy*; D019983:Guideline Adherence; D006302:Health Services Research; D006801:Humans; D008824:Michigan; D009203:Myocardial Infarction / Q000517:prevention & control*; D016491:Peripheral Vascular Diseases / Q000150:complications / Q000188:drug therapy*