Optimal Medical Therapy in Peripheral Artery Disease

Authors

Ju Young Bae, Section of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Yale New Haven Health Bridgeport Hospital, Bridgeport, CT, United States.
Elissa Altin, Section of Cardiovascular Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, USA; West Haven VA Medical Center, West Haven, CT, USA. Electronic address: elissa.altin@yale.edu.

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

Interventional Cardiology Clinics

Abstract

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a highly prevalent subset of cardiovascular disease associated with significant limb-related and concomitant atherosclerotic complications, resulting in high morbidity and mortality. Consequently, appropriate identification and timely initiation of guideline-directed medical therapy is crucial. Despite its widespread prevalence, PAD remains underdiagnosed and undertreated, posing a substantial public health challenge. This review delves into the evidence-based nonpharmacological and pharmacologic treatment strategies for PAD, underscoring the necessity of a multidisciplinary approach.

First Page

137

Last Page

148

DOI

10.1016/j.iccl.2024.11.002

Publication Date

4-2025

Recommended Citation

Bae JY, Altin E. Optimal Medical Therapy in Peripheral Artery Disease. Interventional Cardiology Clinics. 2025;14(2):137-148. doi:10.1016/j.iccl.2024.11.002