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Lifestyle changes linked to better outcomes after peripheral intervention

Patients who quit smoking and took an aspirin and statin before undergoing treatment for blocked leg arteries were less likely to suffer a complication six months later, according to new research led by the University of ...

Cardiology created Dec 20, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Good long-term limb salvage for diabetic foot patients

(HealthDay) -- For patients with diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs), long-term limb salvage is favorable; however, long-term survival remains poor, particularly for those with peripheral artery disease (PAD) or chronic ...

Diabetes created Jul 29, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Can a sensor prevent diabetic foot amputation?

In the global effort to prevent diabetic foot amputations, one of the most effective tools is a fairly simple, comfortable boot.

Diabetes created Feb 12, 2013 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Nitinol stent performs better than balloon angioplasty alone in treating lesions of the popliteal artery

A study found that a nitinol stent performed better than balloon angioplasty alone in treating blockages of the popliteal artery, which runs through the leg behind the knee. Results of the ETAP trial were presented today ...

Cardiology created Oct 24, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0