Forecast Atheromatosis is a serious disease that is associated with a different prognosis for the affected person depending on its severity. If it is detected early, much can be done to counteract the progression of vascular deposits and the associated potential consequential damage. In advanced stages, however, the prognosis can be very poor, for example … Forecast | Atheromatosis
Introduction Depending on the affected vascular segment, vascular constriction due to arteriosclerosis can also cause different symptoms. It is important to mention that the first arteriosclerotic changes do not cause any symptoms at all and are not noticed. A certain amount of vasoconstriction is also normal in a healthy lifestyle, depending on age, and begins … Symptoms of arteriosclerosis
Division into stadiums A classification according to Fontaine shows the severity of the stenosis. In stage 1 of arteriosclerosis the patient has no complaints. Stage 2a of arteriosclerosis causes pulling pain when walking more than 200 meters, stage 2b of arteriosclerosis causes pain when walking less than 200 meters. If the patient already has pain … Division into stadiums | Symptoms of arteriosclerosis
Definition Peripheral arterial occlusive disease is a disease of the vessels. In pAVK, constriction (stenosis) or occlusion of the aorta or the arteries of the arm and leg, usually chronic, occurs. The arteries of the legs are most frequently affected (~90% of cases). In more than 95% of cases, calcification of the arteries (arteriosclerosis) is … Peripheral arterial occlusive disease (pAVK)
Diagnosis The physician may already suspect peripheral arterial occlusive disease during the conversation with the patient. This suspicion can be confirmed during the physical examination. The physical examination is divided into looking at the skin (skin colour, wounds), feeling the pulses (attenuated/no pulses for peripheral arterial occlusive disease) and checking the skin temperature and sensation … Diagnosis | Peripheral arterial occlusive disease (pAVK)
Localization A subdivision is made regarding the location of the vasoconstriction and is divided into three types: Staging (according to Fontaine-Rachev) Type | Frequency | Location | Pain | Missing pulses Aortoiliac type | 35% | aorta, iliac artery | buttocks, thigh | from the groin Femoral type | 50% | femoral artery (A. femoralis), … Localization | Peripheral arterial occlusive disease (pAVK)
How is peripheral arterial occlusive disease treated? The therapy depends on the stage of peripheral arterial occlusive disease. In stages I and II, the aim is to improve the walking distance and thus reduce the patient’s discomfort. In contrast, in stage III and IV the aim is to preserve the affected extremity (usually the lower). … Therapy of peripheral arterial occlusive disease (pAVK)
Local measures Local measures should also be taken to prevent injuries and improve wound healing. This includes careful foot care (e.g. regular application of cream for chapped skin, pedicure and wearing comfortable shoes). Further measures can be taken, especially in stages III and IV. For example, deep positioning of the legs helps to improve blood … Local measures | Therapy of peripheral arterial occlusive disease (pAVK)
Minimally invasive procedures To directly address the narrowing of the arteries, invasive measures are possible. These are divided into catheter procedures and surgical procedures. Different procedures are possible in each case, depending on the degree and length of the constriction: Catheter procedures are used from stage IIb onwards. In the various procedures, a catheter is … Minimally invasive procedures | Therapy of peripheral arterial occlusive disease (pAVK)
Prognosis Since PAVK depends on many factors, it is difficult to make an exact temporal prognosis. However, this depends not only on the stage of the disease but also on the extent to which the causes can be treated. For example, there is a bad prognosis if smoking is not given up. This and a … Prognosis | Therapy of peripheral arterial occlusive disease (pAVK)
Definition – What is a calcified carotid artery? Our carotid arteries are often affected by calcification and narrowing with increasing age. There is a common carotid artery that runs from the chest towards the head and divides into an inner and an outer carotid artery in the area of the neck. The inner carotid artery, … Calcified carotid artery
I recognize a calcified carotid artery by these symptoms Mild and moderate calcifications of the carotid artery usually cause no symptoms at all for a long time. The clinical picture is called asymptomatic carotid stenosis. Severe narrowing of the carotid artery can cause serious symptoms. These include impaired vision, speech disorders, paralysis of the arms … I recognize a calcified carotid artery by these symptoms | Calcified carotid artery
