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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Intermittent claudication | |||
| synonyms = [[Vascular claudication]], [[Angina cruris]] | |||
| field = [[Vascular surgery]], [[Cardiology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Pain]] in the [[leg]]s during [[exercise]], [[cramping]], [[weakness]] | |||
| complications = [[Critical limb ischemia]], [[gangrene]] | |||
| onset = Typically occurs in [[adults]] over 50 | |||
| duration = [[Chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Peripheral artery disease]] | |||
| risks = [[Smoking]], [[diabetes]], [[hypertension]], [[hyperlipidemia]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Ankle-brachial index]], [[Doppler ultrasound]], [[angiography]] | |||
| differential = [[Spinal stenosis]], [[neuropathy]], [[arthritis]] | |||
| treatment = [[Smoking cessation]], [[exercise therapy]], [[medications]] such as [[cilostazol]], [[angioplasty]], [[bypass surgery]] | |||
| prognosis = Variable, depends on severity and treatment | |||
| frequency = Common in older adults | |||
}} | |||
'''Intermittent Claudication''' is a medical condition characterized by leg pain that occurs during physical activity and is relieved by rest. It is a common symptom of [[Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)|Peripheral Artery Disease]], a condition in which the arteries that supply blood to the legs become narrowed or blocked due to the buildup of [[atherosclerosis|atherosclerotic plaques]]. | '''Intermittent Claudication''' is a medical condition characterized by leg pain that occurs during physical activity and is relieved by rest. It is a common symptom of [[Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)|Peripheral Artery Disease]], a condition in which the arteries that supply blood to the legs become narrowed or blocked due to the buildup of [[atherosclerosis|atherosclerotic plaques]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The primary symptom of Intermittent Claudication is muscle pain or cramping in the legs or arms that is triggered by activity such as walking, but disappears after a few minutes of rest. The location of the pain depends on the location of the clogged or narrowed artery. Calf pain is the most common location. | The primary symptom of Intermittent Claudication is muscle pain or cramping in the legs or arms that is triggered by activity such as walking, but disappears after a few minutes of rest. The location of the pain depends on the location of the clogged or narrowed artery. Calf pain is the most common location. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Intermittent Claudication is caused by [[Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)|Peripheral Artery Disease]], specifically the buildup of fatty materials (plaques) in the inner walls of the arteries. This buildup, known as [[atherosclerosis]], narrows the arteries and reduces the amount of blood that can flow through them. | Intermittent Claudication is caused by [[Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)|Peripheral Artery Disease]], specifically the buildup of fatty materials (plaques) in the inner walls of the arteries. This buildup, known as [[atherosclerosis]], narrows the arteries and reduces the amount of blood that can flow through them. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of Intermittent Claudication typically involves a physical examination, a review of the patient's medical history, and diagnostic tests. These tests may include an Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI), Doppler ultrasound, angiography, or Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA). | Diagnosis of Intermittent Claudication typically involves a physical examination, a review of the patient's medical history, and diagnostic tests. These tests may include an Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI), Doppler ultrasound, angiography, or Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA). | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for Intermittent Claudication aims to manage symptoms, improve mobility, and stop the progression of [[Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)|Peripheral Artery Disease]]. This may involve lifestyle changes, medication, or in some cases, surgery or angioplasty. | Treatment for Intermittent Claudication aims to manage symptoms, improve mobility, and stop the progression of [[Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)|Peripheral Artery Disease]]. This may involve lifestyle changes, medication, or in some cases, surgery or angioplasty. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)]] | * [[Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)]] | ||
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* [[Angiography]] | * [[Angiography]] | ||
* [[Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA)]] | * [[Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA)]] | ||
[[Category:Medical Conditions]] | [[Category:Medical Conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Cardiovascular Diseases]] | [[Category:Cardiovascular Diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Vascular Diseases]] | [[Category:Vascular Diseases]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 01:30, 4 April 2025
| Intermittent claudication | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Vascular claudication, Angina cruris |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Pain in the legs during exercise, cramping, weakness |
| Complications | Critical limb ischemia, gangrene |
| Onset | Typically occurs in adults over 50 |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Peripheral artery disease |
| Risks | Smoking, diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia |
| Diagnosis | Ankle-brachial index, Doppler ultrasound, angiography |
| Differential diagnosis | Spinal stenosis, neuropathy, arthritis |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Smoking cessation, exercise therapy, medications such as cilostazol, angioplasty, bypass surgery |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, depends on severity and treatment |
| Frequency | Common in older adults |
| Deaths | N/A |
Intermittent Claudication is a medical condition characterized by leg pain that occurs during physical activity and is relieved by rest. It is a common symptom of Peripheral Artery Disease, a condition in which the arteries that supply blood to the legs become narrowed or blocked due to the buildup of atherosclerotic plaques.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of Intermittent Claudication is muscle pain or cramping in the legs or arms that is triggered by activity such as walking, but disappears after a few minutes of rest. The location of the pain depends on the location of the clogged or narrowed artery. Calf pain is the most common location.
Causes[edit]
Intermittent Claudication is caused by Peripheral Artery Disease, specifically the buildup of fatty materials (plaques) in the inner walls of the arteries. This buildup, known as atherosclerosis, narrows the arteries and reduces the amount of blood that can flow through them.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of Intermittent Claudication typically involves a physical examination, a review of the patient's medical history, and diagnostic tests. These tests may include an Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI), Doppler ultrasound, angiography, or Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA).
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for Intermittent Claudication aims to manage symptoms, improve mobility, and stop the progression of Peripheral Artery Disease. This may involve lifestyle changes, medication, or in some cases, surgery or angioplasty.
