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Peripheral Artery Disease: Diagnosis, Ankle–Brachial Index and Risk Management

…Femoral and popliteal arteries, involved in approximately 80–90%. Tibial and peroneal arteries, involved in approximately 40–50%. Distal disease is particularly common in older…

Urinary catheterisation

…studies of the urinary tract. Wound healing with a sacral pressure sore or extensive perineal wounds where urinary leakage prevents healing. Voiding problems in neurogenic…

Epistaxis — compression, cautery and anterior nasal packing

…haemodynamic instability — stabilise the patient first. Marked septal deviation towards the bleeding side (relative). Preparation and equipment Personal protective equipment (gloves, a visor, an apron)…

Acute severe asthma in adults: quick reference

…minute At least 110 per minute Bradycardia or arrhythmia PEF Over 50 percent of personal best or predicted 33 to 50 percent Under 33 percent…

Laryngeal mask and difficult airway

…i gel, LMA Supreme, LMA ProSeal) are the first choice in emergencies, since they allow the stomach to be decompressed and tolerate higher pressures. Lubricant…

Familial Hypercholesterolaemia: Diagnosis, Cascade Screening and Treatment

…elevation and may be discovered through: Routine lipid testing showing severe hypercholesterolaemia. A personal history of premature CAD, cerebral vascular disease or peripheral vascular disease…

Statin Intolerance and Statin-Associated Muscle Symptoms

…sex Low body mass index Asian ancestry Previous muscle disease or a personal or family history of muscle disorders Acute infection Renal or hepatic impairment…

Principles and Preparations for Echocardiographic Examinations

…Hence, heart rate and blood pressure must also be noted. In summary, the following variables should be included in the survey: personal identification, age, sex…

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