Improvement in walking impairment following surgical and endovascular revascularization: Insights from VOYAGER PAD.

Shea E HoganMark R NehlerSonia S AnandManesh R PatelSebastian DebusMatthew T JacksonCullen BuchananR Wilson KingConnie HessEva MuehlhoferLloyd P HaskellRupert M BauersachsScott D Berkowitz Judith HsiaMarc P Bonaca

Published in: Vascular medicine (London, England) (2022)

In this large, international cohort undergoing LER for symptomatic PAD, nearly two-thirds reported inability or much difficulty walking two blocks at baseline. Although many participants reported improved walking ability after LER, a substantial proportion remained severely disabled. These observations may help motivate providers, patients, and medical systems to improve awareness and engagement in SET referral after LER.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
lower limb
ejection fraction
chronic kidney disease
healthcare
prognostic factors
social media
primary care