Search results for "Peripheral Artery Disease"
Statins underused in patients with cardiovascular disease, study finds
Women, older adults, and those with peripheral artery disease and cerebrovascular disease are particularly likely not to receive statins, according to an industry-funded analysis of lipid-lowering therapy use.
https://acpinternist.org/weekly/archives/2023/08/08/2.htm
8 Aug 2023
An easy screen for an overlooked disease
Despite poor awareness and a lack of training on handling peripheral artery disease, internists can and should be able to recognize the symptoms and manage 95% of cases. Experts advise how to diagnose and treat the condition.
https://acpinternist.org/archives/2011/04/PAD.htm
1 Apr 2011
Telmisartan does not improve walking performance in PAD
A randomized double-blind trial compared the angiotensin-receptor blocker with placebo in patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD) and found no difference in six-minute walk distance over six months.
https://acpinternist.org/weekly/archives/2022/10/11/2.htm
11 Oct 2022
Treating skin ulcers in the office
In addition to five principles of wound care, an expert addresses pearls that can aid with all types of skin healing and antimicrobial efforts.
https://acpinternist.org/archives/2020/06/treating-skin-ulcers-in-the-office.htm
1 Jun 2020
Low-intensity home-based exercise does not improve walking performance in PAD
A randomized trial found that patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD) assigned to high-intensity walking significantly improved their distances on the 6-minute walk test at 12-month follow-up, while those in a low-intensity group did not.
https://acpinternist.org/weekly/archives/2021/04/13/6.htm
13 Apr 2021
MKSAP Quiz: Follow-up for diabetes, hyperlipidemia, hypertension
A 68-year-old man is evaluated during a routine follow-up visit. Medical history is significant for type 2 diabetes mellitus, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and aortofemoral bypass surgery 2 years ago. Following a physical exam, what is the most appropriate additional treatment?
https://acpinternist.org/weekly/archives/2022/11/15/3.htm
15 Nov 2022
Latest updates on ACP's priorities, initiatives
ACP Spotlight offers readers a look at ACP's current top priorities and initiatives, as well as highlights from our e-newsletter, ACP Internist Weekly.
https://acpinternist.org/archives/2021/06/latest-updates-on-acps-priorities-initiatives.htm
1 Jun 2021
MKSAP Quiz: 6-month history of intermittent claudication
A 68-year-old man is evaluated for a 6-month history of intermittent claudication. His symptoms have been slowly progressive but are not life limiting. Medical history is significant for hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and carotid artery stenosis treated with left carotid endarterectomy. He is a former smoker but quit 10 years ago. Following a physical exam and lab studies, what is the most appropriate treatment to reduce this patient's cardiovascular risk?
https://acpinternist.org/weekly/archives/2022/08/23/3.htm
23 Aug 2022
New drugs for diabetes, secondary prevention of CV events
This update covers approval of a new drug to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus, along with diet and exercise, and of a drug to reduce risk of heart attack, stroke, cardiovascular death, and need for revascularization in patients with a previous heart attack or peripheral artery disease.
https://acpinternist.org/archives/2014/07/fda.htm
1 Jul 2014
Home-based, physical therapist-led behavior change program boosted walking distance in patients with PAD
The randomized trial, which connected patients with intermittent claudication due to peripheral artery disease (PAD) with physical therapists, found an increase in mean six-minute walk distance but no improvement in patient-reported quality of life.
https://acpinternist.org/weekly/archives/2022/04/19/2.htm
19 Apr 2022