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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Limb infarction
			\| image = [[File:Arterial_thrombosis_causing_cyanosis.jpg\|250px]]
			\| caption = Arterial thrombosis causing cyanosis in a limb
			\| field = [[Vascular surgery]], [[Cardiology]]
			\| symptoms = [[Pain]], [[pallor]], [[pulselessness]], [[paresthesia]], [[paralysis]], [[poikilothermia]]
			\| complications = [[Gangrene]], [[amputation]]
			\| onset = Sudden
			\| duration = Variable
			\| causes = [[Arterial thrombosis]], [[embolism]], [[trauma]]
			\| risks = [[Atherosclerosis]], [[smoking]], [[diabetes mellitus]], [[hypertension]], [[hyperlipidemia]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[Doppler ultrasound]], [[angiography]]
			\| differential = [[Deep vein thrombosis]], [[compartment syndrome]], [[peripheral neuropathy]]
			\| treatment = [[Thrombolysis]], [[surgery]], [[anticoagulation]]
			\| prognosis = Depends on severity and treatment
			\| frequency = Rare
			}}
			[[File:Protein_PLAT_PDB_1a5h.png\|Limb infarction\|thumb\|left]]
	'''Limb Infarction''' is a medical condition characterized by the death of tissue in the limbs due to a lack of blood supply. This can occur as a result of various conditions, including [[Peripheral Artery Disease\|peripheral artery disease]], [[Deep Vein Thrombosis\|deep vein thrombosis]], and [[Diabetes\|diabetes]].		'''Limb Infarction''' is a medical condition characterized by the death of tissue in the limbs due to a lack of blood supply. This can occur as a result of various conditions, including [[Peripheral Artery Disease\|peripheral artery disease]], [[Deep Vein Thrombosis\|deep vein thrombosis]], and [[Diabetes\|diabetes]].

	== Causes ==		== Causes ==

	Limb infarction is typically caused by a blockage in the blood vessels that supply the limbs. This can occur due to a variety of conditions, including:		Limb infarction is typically caused by a blockage in the blood vessels that supply the limbs. This can occur due to a variety of conditions, including:

	* [[Peripheral Artery Disease\|Peripheral artery disease]]: This condition involves the narrowing of the peripheral arteries, often in the legs, due to atherosclerosis.		* [[Peripheral Artery Disease\|Peripheral artery disease]]: This condition involves the narrowing of the peripheral arteries, often in the legs, due to atherosclerosis.
	* [[Deep Vein Thrombosis\|Deep vein thrombosis]]: This is a blood clot that forms in a deep vein, often in the leg.		* [[Deep Vein Thrombosis\|Deep vein thrombosis]]: This is a blood clot that forms in a deep vein, often in the leg.
	* [[Diabetes\|Diabetes]]: High blood sugar levels can damage blood vessels, leading to poor circulation and the potential for limb infarction.		* [[Diabetes\|Diabetes]]: High blood sugar levels can damage blood vessels, leading to poor circulation and the potential for limb infarction.

	== Symptoms ==		== Symptoms ==

	The symptoms of limb infarction can vary depending on the severity of the condition and the specific limb affected. However, common symptoms can include:		The symptoms of limb infarction can vary depending on the severity of the condition and the specific limb affected. However, common symptoms can include:

	* Pain in the affected limb		* Pain in the affected limb
	* Swelling		* Swelling
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	* Weakness or numbness		* Weakness or numbness
	* Difficulty moving the limb		* Difficulty moving the limb

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==

	Treatment for limb infarction typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This can include:		Treatment for limb infarction typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This can include:

	* Medications to treat [[Peripheral Artery Disease\|peripheral artery disease]] or [[Diabetes\|diabetes]]		* Medications to treat [[Peripheral Artery Disease\|peripheral artery disease]] or [[Diabetes\|diabetes]]
	* Anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs to prevent blood clots		* Anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs to prevent blood clots
	* Surgery or angioplasty to improve blood flow to the affected limb		* Surgery or angioplasty to improve blood flow to the affected limb

	In severe cases, amputation of the affected limb may be necessary.		In severe cases, amputation of the affected limb may be necessary.

	== See Also ==		== See Also ==

	* [[Peripheral Artery Disease]]		* [[Peripheral Artery Disease]]
	* [[Deep Vein Thrombosis]]		* [[Deep Vein Thrombosis]]
	* [[Diabetes]]		* [[Diabetes]]

	[[Category:Medical Conditions]]		[[Category:Medical Conditions]]
	[[Category:Cardiovascular Diseases]]		[[Category:Cardiovascular Diseases]]
	[[Category:Vascular Diseases]]		[[Category:Vascular Diseases]]

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'''Limb Infarction''' is a medical condition characterized by the death of tissue in the limbs due to a lack of blood supply. This can occur as a result of various conditions, including [[Peripheral Artery Disease|peripheral artery disease]], [[Deep Vein Thrombosis|deep vein thrombosis]], and [[Diabetes|diabetes]].

== Causes ==

Limb infarction is typically caused by a blockage in the blood vessels that supply the limbs. This can occur due to a variety of conditions, including:

* [[Peripheral Artery Disease|Peripheral artery disease]]: This condition involves the narrowing of the peripheral arteries, often in the legs, due to atherosclerosis.
* [[Deep Vein Thrombosis|Deep vein thrombosis]]: This is a blood clot that forms in a deep vein, often in the leg.
* [[Diabetes|Diabetes]]: High blood sugar levels can damage blood vessels, leading to poor circulation and the potential for limb infarction.

== Symptoms ==

The symptoms of limb infarction can vary depending on the severity of the condition and the specific limb affected. However, common symptoms can include:

* Pain in the affected limb
* Swelling
* Pale or blue-colored skin
* Coldness in the affected limb
* Weakness or numbness
* Difficulty moving the limb

== Treatment ==

Treatment for limb infarction typically involves addressing the underlying cause of the condition. This can include:

* Medications to treat [[Peripheral Artery Disease|peripheral artery disease]] or [[Diabetes|diabetes]]
* Anticoagulant or antiplatelet drugs to prevent blood clots
* Surgery or angioplasty to improve blood flow to the affected limb

In severe cases, amputation of the affected limb may be necessary.

== See Also ==

* [[Peripheral Artery Disease]]
* [[Deep Vein Thrombosis]]
* [[Diabetes]]

[[Category:Medical Conditions]]
[[Category:Cardiovascular Diseases]]
[[Category:Vascular Diseases]]

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