Atherosclerosis / Arteriosclerosis of Extremity
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Atherosclerosis / Arteriosclerosis of Extremity
Progression
- When did disease process start
- Initial versus subsequent visit
Location
- Native artery or bypass graft, autologous vein bypass graft, nonautologous biological bypass graft
- Laterality-left, right or bilateral
- Location-thigh, calf, heel, etc.
Acuity
- Total or complete occlusion of artery
Name
- If patient has intermittent claudication or rest pain
- Any ulceration and/or gangrene
Necessary Procedures
- Surgical intervention as appropriate-PTA, stent bypass, amputation, etc.
Other
- If ulcers are present
- Type and severity of ulcer-limited to breakdown of skin, to fat layer exposed, or necrosis of muscle or necrosis of bone
Why
- All comorbid conditions, underdosing of medications, tobacco history, etc.