Abstract
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a major health concern and its incidence increases with age. End stage renal disease is a major risk factor for developing PAD and is associated with a remarkably high incidence of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality [1]. In patients with end stage renal disease (ESRD), the estimated prevalence of PAD ranges between 17 and 48% [2, 3]. Data on the prevalence of clinically significant upper extremity PAD are scarce, however, a 10-20 fold lower incidence may be appreciated compared to that affecting the lower extremity [4].
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Dialysis Access Management |
Publisher | Springer International Publishing |
Pages | 181-196 |
Number of pages | 16 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9783319090931 |
ISBN (Print) | 9783319090924 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2015 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine