Aggressive risk factor modification and pharmacological therapy are the cornerstones of peripheral arterial disease management

摘要

Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is an obstructive disease of the peripheral arteries and frequently occurs in the elderly Elderly patients with hypertension, dyslipidaemia or diabetes mellitus and/or who smoke are at risk of developing PAD Standard therapy includes alteration of underlying risk factors, pharmacological therapy and routine exercise. Medical therapy may help reduce the excess mortality associated with PAD, improve walking ability and avoid the need for invasive procedures