Peripheral arterial disease: a guide for nephrologists.
Cardiovascular disease is a major source of morbidity and mortality for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a strong predictor of coronary artery disease and a risk factor for mortality in the general population. This is of particular interest to nephrologists because the risk for PAD is increased in CKD. Often, PAD is overlooked as a source of morbidity and as a cardiovascular risk factor in this population. This review serves as an overview of the epidemiology, screening, diagnosis, and treatment of PAD with an emphasis on CKD.
DeLoach
Stephanie S
SS
Department of Medicine, Renal, Electrolyte and Hypertension Division, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA.
Mohler
Emile R
ER
D006801:Humans; D007674:Kidney Diseases / Q000150:complications*; D009398:Nephrology; D016491:Peripheral Vascular Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D012307:Risk Factors