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Review
. 2012 Oct-Dec;8(4):3-9.
doi: 10.14797/mdcj-8-4-3.

Critical limb ischemia: advanced medical therapy

Mark G Davies  1
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Review

Critical limb ischemia: advanced medical therapy

Mark G Davies. Methodist Debakey Cardiovasc J. 2012 Oct-Dec.

Abstract

Systemic atherosclerosis and its risk factors are present in the majority of patients with critical limb ischemia. Aggressive medical therapy is an immediate and necessary part of the work-up and management of these patients and will involve a multidisciplinary approach. Risk stratification based on a patient's current clinical cardiovascular condition is important in determining the most appropriate and safe intervention and will allow both the patient and physician to make an informed decision regarding risk- and cost-benefits of treatment.

Keywords: atherosclerosis; critical limb ischemia; risk assessment; risk modification.

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