Syndrome of Leriche: case report and review of literature.
Journal Title: Revista Cuarzo - Year 2019, Vol 25, Issue 2
Abstract
ntroduction. We present the case of a 78-year-old male, with multiple comorbidities, risk factors for atherosclerotic disease, who is admitted for ulcer in the right lower limb, to the physical examination presented intermittent claudication, erectile disffuntion and absence of pulses in the lower limbs. The patient was many different medical specialities evaluation and the diagnosis was confirmed with an angiotomography report, finally his right lower limb was amputated, discharged with recommendations and multidisciplinary management. The importance of a peripheral vascular physical examination as a method of diagnostic suspicion and the timely intervention of the patient is highlighted.
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Idrobo Paredes, A. , Díaz Romero, J. , Cruz Buriticá, J. , & Guerrero Eraso, S.
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- DOI https://doi.org/10.26752/cuarzo.v25.n2.408
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