Aortoiliac occlusive disease
Aortoiliac occlusive disease (pronunciation: ay-or-toe-ILL-ee-ak oh-KLOO-siv dih-ZEEZ) is a medical condition characterized by the blockage of the aorta and/or the iliac arteries, which are the main blood vessels that supply blood to the lower parts of the body. This disease is a type of peripheral artery disease (PAD) and is also known as Leriche syndrome.
Etymology
The term "aortoiliac" is derived from "aorta", the main and largest artery in the human body, and "iliac", referring to the iliac arteries that branch out from the aorta to supply blood to the pelvic region and lower limbs. "Occlusive" comes from the Latin word "occludere", meaning to close up or block. The disease is named after René Leriche, a French surgeon who first described the condition in 1923.
Symptoms
Patients with aortoiliac occlusive disease may experience a range of symptoms, including:
- Intermittent claudication: This is pain or cramping in the lower limbs that occurs during physical activity and subsides with rest.
- Erectile dysfunction: In men, this disease can cause difficulties in achieving or maintaining an erection.
- Lower extremity ischemia: This refers to a lack of blood supply to the lower limbs, which can lead to pain, numbness, and in severe cases, tissue death (gangrene).
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of aortoiliac occlusive disease typically involves a physical examination, patient history, and imaging tests such as CT angiography, MRA, or ultrasound of the abdomen and pelvis.
Treatment
Treatment options for aortoiliac occlusive disease include lifestyle changes, medication, and in severe cases, surgery. The goal of treatment is to alleviate symptoms, improve quality of life, and prevent complications such as critical limb ischemia and amputation.
See also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Aortoiliac occlusive disease
- Wikipedia's article - Aortoiliac occlusive disease
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