title: [Critical limb ischemia in an elderly patient].
abstract: Critical limb ischemia in an elderly patient. Peripheral arterial disease is a common condition in the elderly, often revealed by critical limb ischemia. The aim is to save the limb through revascularization, wherever possible. The patient must be hospitalized in a specialized unit for multidisciplinary assessment due to the complexity of the diagnosis and treatment. The decision to amputate is difficult and should be discussed with patient and family.
authors.forename: Jiuete
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Fontaine
mesh_terms: D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D016638:Critical Illness; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007511:Ischemia / Q000628:therapy*; D007866:Leg / Q000098:blood supply*; D007871:Leg Ulcer / Q000628:therapy*