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| name = Claudication | |||
| image = [[File:Pseudoathletic_appearance_of_calf_muscle_hypertrophy.png|250px]] | |||
| caption = Pseudoathletic appearance of calf muscle hypertrophy | |||
| field = [[Vascular surgery]] | |||
| synonyms = Intermittent claudication | |||
| symptoms = [[Pain]] in the legs during [[exercise]], [[cramping]], [[weakness]] | |||
| complications = [[Critical limb ischemia]], [[ulcer (dermatology)|ulcers]], [[gangrene]] | |||
| onset = Typically after [[middle age]] | |||
| duration = Intermittent | |||
| causes = [[Peripheral artery disease]], [[atherosclerosis]] | |||
| risks = [[Smoking]], [[diabetes]], [[hypertension]], [[hyperlipidemia]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Ankle-brachial index]], [[Doppler ultrasound]], [[angiography]] | |||
| differential = [[Spinal stenosis]], [[neuropathy]], [[deep vein thrombosis]] | |||
| prevention = [[Smoking cessation]], [[exercise]], [[dietary changes]] | |||
| treatment = [[Exercise therapy]], [[medications]], [[angioplasty]], [[bypass surgery]] | |||
| medication = [[Cilostazol]], [[pentoxifylline]] | |||
| prognosis = Variable, depends on underlying cause and treatment | |||
| frequency = Common in older adults | |||
}} | |||
== Claudication == | == Claudication == | ||
[[File:Pseudoathletic appearance of calf muscle hypertrophy.png|thumb|Symptoms of Claudication]] | [[File:Pseudoathletic appearance of calf muscle hypertrophy.png|thumb|Symptoms of Claudication]] | ||
== Introduction == | |||
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'''Claudication''' refers to a condition characterized by cramping [[pain]] in one or both legs during [[walking]], often leading to limping. This symptom is typically a manifestation of [[Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)]] which results from reduced blood flow in the leg arteries. | '''Claudication''' refers to a condition characterized by cramping [[pain]] in one or both legs during [[walking]], often leading to limping. This symptom is typically a manifestation of [[Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)]] which results from reduced blood flow in the leg arteries. | ||
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== Causes and Pathophysiology == | == Causes and Pathophysiology == | ||
=== Atherosclerosis === | === Atherosclerosis === | ||
The primary cause of claudication is [[Atherosclerosis|atherosclerosis]], a process where plaque builds up in the arteries, narrowing them and reducing blood flow. | The primary cause of claudication is [[Atherosclerosis|atherosclerosis]], a process where plaque builds up in the arteries, narrowing them and reducing blood flow. | ||
=== Other Causes === | === Other Causes === | ||
Other factors contributing to claudication include: | Other factors contributing to claudication include: | ||
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* High cholesterol levels | * High cholesterol levels | ||
* [[Smoking|Tobacco use]] | * [[Smoking|Tobacco use]] | ||
[[File:Diseases of the nervous system - a text-book of neurology and psychiatry (1915) (14802570283).jpg|thumb|Diagram of Peripheral Arterial Disease]] | [[File:Diseases of the nervous system - a text-book of neurology and psychiatry (1915) (14802570283).jpg|thumb|Diagram of Peripheral Arterial Disease]] | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
Patients with claudication typically experience: | Patients with claudication typically experience: | ||
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* Reduced walking distance due to pain | * Reduced walking distance due to pain | ||
* Symptoms improve with rest | * Symptoms improve with rest | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of claudication involves: | Diagnosis of claudication involves: | ||
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* [[Ultrasound|Doppler ultrasound]] | * [[Ultrasound|Doppler ultrasound]] | ||
* [[Angiography|CT or MR angiography]] | * [[Angiography|CT or MR angiography]] | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment options for claudication include: | Treatment options for claudication include: | ||
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* Medications to improve blood flow | * Medications to improve blood flow | ||
* Surgical interventions like angioplasty or bypass surgery | * Surgical interventions like angioplasty or bypass surgery | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
With appropriate treatment, most individuals can manage symptoms effectively. However, it's crucial to address the underlying cause to prevent progression of the disease. | With appropriate treatment, most individuals can manage symptoms effectively. However, it's crucial to address the underlying cause to prevent progression of the disease. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Peripheral Arterial Disease]] | * [[Peripheral Arterial Disease]] | ||
* [[Atherosclerosis]] | * [[Atherosclerosis]] | ||
* [[Angioplasty]] | * [[Angioplasty]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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== External Links == | == External Links == | ||
* [https://www.heart.org American Heart Association] | * [https://www.heart.org American Heart Association] | ||
* [https://www.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic - Claudication] | * [https://www.mayoclinic.org Mayo Clinic - Claudication] | ||
[[Category:Vascular diseases]] | [[Category:Vascular diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Symptoms and signs]] | [[Category:Symptoms and signs]] | ||
[[Category:Medical terminology]] | [[Category:Medical terminology]] | ||
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| Claudication | |
|---|---|
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| Synonyms | Intermittent claudication |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Pain in the legs during exercise, cramping, weakness |
| Complications | Critical limb ischemia, ulcers, gangrene |
| Onset | Typically after middle age |
| Duration | Intermittent |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Peripheral artery disease, atherosclerosis |
| Risks | Smoking, diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia |
| Diagnosis | Ankle-brachial index, Doppler ultrasound, angiography |
| Differential diagnosis | Spinal stenosis, neuropathy, deep vein thrombosis |
| Prevention | Smoking cessation, exercise, dietary changes |
| Treatment | Exercise therapy, medications, angioplasty, bypass surgery |
| Medication | Cilostazol, pentoxifylline |
| Prognosis | Variable, depends on underlying cause and treatment |
| Frequency | Common in older adults |
| Deaths | N/A |
Claudication[edit]
Introduction[edit]
Claudication refers to a condition characterized by cramping pain in one or both legs during walking, often leading to limping. This symptom is typically a manifestation of Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) which results from reduced blood flow in the leg arteries.
Causes and Pathophysiology[edit]
Atherosclerosis[edit]
The primary cause of claudication is atherosclerosis, a process where plaque builds up in the arteries, narrowing them and reducing blood flow.
Other Causes[edit]
Other factors contributing to claudication include:
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol levels
- Tobacco use
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Symptoms[edit]
Patients with claudication typically experience:
- Pain or cramping in the legs while walking
- Numbness or weakness in the legs
- Reduced walking distance due to pain
- Symptoms improve with rest
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of claudication involves:
- Physical examination
- Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) test
- Doppler ultrasound
- CT or MR angiography
Treatment[edit]
Treatment options for claudication include:
- Lifestyle changes (e.g., quitting smoking, exercise)
- Medications to improve blood flow
- Surgical interventions like angioplasty or bypass surgery
Prognosis[edit]
With appropriate treatment, most individuals can manage symptoms effectively. However, it's crucial to address the underlying cause to prevent progression of the disease.
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
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