Epistemis

Intermittent claudication

Specialty: Cardiovascular.

  • pain when walking
  • claudication

Why it occurs

  • Peripheral arterial disease
  • Canal stenosis (pseudoclaudication)

Initial workup

Ankle-brachial index (ABI); arterial echo-Doppler.

red flags

Rest pain, paleness, coldness or ulcer/necrosis → critical ischemia.

Standard management

  • Antiplatelet agent + statin — secondary prevention
  • Cilostazol — improves walking distance

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousIsolated peripheral cyanosis
Area
Cardiovascular
Listed causes
2
Treatment options
2
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