Lower Extremity Arterial Disease in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes: Prevalence and Associated Factors at the Libreville University Hospital Center

Introduction: Lower extremity arterial disease in diabetic patients has distinct characteristics. Objectives: To study the hospital frequency of lower extremity arterial disease and identify associated factors in diabetic patients at the Libreville University Hospital Center (CHUL). Materials and Methods: This was a cross-sectional study conducted from July 1, 2023, to January 31, 2024, in the endocrinology department of the CHUL. All patients with type 2 diabetes over the age of 18 admitted to this department, regardless of the reason for hospitalization, who provided informed consent, were included. Socio-demographic data and cardiovascular risk factors were recorded. Personal and family cardiovascular history and functional symptoms were investigated. The physical examination included measuring blood pressure, heart rate, and the ankle-brachial index in all patients. Results: A total of 219 patients were included, of whom 75 had lower extremity arterial disease, representing a prevalence of 34.24%. It was compensated in 28 cases (37.33%) and decompensated in 39 patients (52%). In eight cases (10.67%), there was critical chronic ischemia. Cardiovascular risk factors associated with diabetes were physical inactivity (89.5%), hypertension (55.25%), overweight (49.77%), obesity (22.84%), and smoking (10.04%). In multivariate analysis, only hypertension (OR = 2.09;95% CI: 1.05 - 4.17;p = 0.035) and LDL cholesterol (OR = 2.75;95% CI: 1.10 - 6.85;p = 0.03) were significantly associated with lower extremity arterial disease in diabetics at the University Hospital of Libreville. Conclusion: Lower extremity arterial disease is common in diabetic patients at the University Hospital of Libreville. It is often asymptomatic, thus requiring systematic screening.[-rId11-]

Observation of the effect of angiojet to treat acute lower extremity arterial embolization

BACKGROUND Through significant advances in the treatment of peripheral arterial occlusive disease,acute ischemia of the lower extremity is still associated with significant morbidity,limb threat and mortality.The two main causes of acute ischemia in lower extremities are arterial embolism and atherosclerotic arteries.Timely recognition and treatment of acute limb ischemia in emergency situations is essential in order to minimize the duration of ischemia.AIM To investigate the application effect of angiojet thrombolysis in the treatment of acute lower extremity arterial embolization.METHODS Sixty-two patients with acute lower extremity arterial embolization admitted to our hospital from May 2018 to May 2020 were selected.Among them,the observation group(twenty-eight cases)had received angiojet thrombolysis,and the control group(thirty-four cases)had received femoral artery incision and thrombectomy.After thrombus clearance,significant residual stenosis of the lumen was combined with balloon dilation and/or stent implantation.When the thrombus removal was not satisfactory,catheter-directed thrombolysis was performed.The incidence of postoperative complications,recurrence rate and recovery of the two groups were compared.RESULTS There were no significant differences in postoperative recurrence(target vessel reconstruction rate),anklebrachial index and the incidence of postoperative complications between the two groups(P>0.05);there were statistically significant differences in postoperative pain score and postoperative rehabilitation between the two groups(P<0.05).CONCLUSION The application of angiojet in the treatment of acute lower limb artery thromboembolism disease is safe and effective,minimally invasive,quicker recovery after operation,less postoperative complications,which is more suitable for the treatment of femoral popliteal arterial thromboembolism lesions.If the thrombus removal is not satisfactory,the combination of coronary artery aspiration catheter and catheterized directed thrombolysis can be used.Balloon dilation and stent implantation can be considered for obvious lumen stenosis.

Lower Extremity Arterial Occlusive Disease As a Rare Complication of Crohn’s Disease

Objective To investigate the clinical characteristics and treatment strategy of lower extremity arterial occlusive disease in patients with Crohn's disease (CD). Methods Clinical information of 9 cases suffering from lower extremity arterial occlusion and CD was investigated retrospectively. Results All the cases were less than 50 years old and the most were females (8/9). Arterial occlusions occurred in either active (5/9) or inactive (4/9) stage of CD. Besides the arteries of lower extremities, other arteries could also be involved such as aorta, iliac artery, renal artery or mesentery artery. Seven cases had atherosclerotic imaging findings (4 had aortic plaques and 6 had iliac artery stenoses). Embolectomy or thromboendarterectomy were mostly performed. Four (44.4%) cases had recurrent lower limb ischemia. Conclusions Arterial occlusive disease is a rare extraintestinal manifestation of CD. A thorough inspection of aorta is necessary. Embolectomy is mostly preferred. Anticoagulation treatment is highly recommended after the operation.

New Approach to Measuring the Ankle and Toe Brachial Indices as New Markers for Early Detection of Lower Extremity Peripheral Artery Disease

Background: Lower extremity Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is caused by atherosclerosis, or Plaque buildup, that reduces the blood flow to the legs and feet. PAD affects approximately 230 million adults worldwide and is associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease, stroke, and leg amputation. The first-line method for diagnosis of PAD is the Ankle Brachial Index (ABI), which is the ratio of ankle to brachial higher systolic pressure measured in ankles and arms. The Toe Brachial Index (TBI), which is the ratio of the toe systolic pressure to brachial higher systolic pressure measured in both arms, is considered to be an alternative to the ABI in screening for PAD. The ABI and TBI are measured on the right and left side, and the lower of these numbers is the patient’s overall ABI and TBI. Clinical studies and meta-analysis reviews have shown that the conventional ABI measurement, which uses a cuff, and handheld sphygmomanometer and continuous-wave Doppler tracings, provides an acceptable-to-high specificity level but low sensitivity when compared with vascular color Doppler ultrasound, and/or angiography methods. Another study has shown that the TBI measurement has greater sensitivity but lower specificity than the ABI when compared with vascular color Doppler ultrasound diagnostic based on waveforms. The aim of this clinical study was to evaluate the specificity and sensitivity of the VasoPad System comparing its results to the vascular color doppler ultrasound waveforms. Materials and Methods: The VasoPad System is an automated device using the pulse wave method to measure the arms and ankles dorsalis and tibial posterior artery blood pressures, the photoplethysmography second derivative (PTGSD) to estimate the toe systolic pressure, a patented photoplethysmography (PTG) index marker and volume plethysmography via cuffs during deflation. Vascular Color Doppler ultrasound can diagnose stenosis through the direct visualization of atherosclerosis or plaques and through waveform analysis. The vascular color Doppler ultrasound provides 3 waveform types. The type 1, triphasic waveform is normal blood flow and no atherosclerosis or plaque, the type 2, diphasic waveform is seen when there are atherosclerosis plaques, but normal blood flow, and the type 3, monophasic waveform reflects stenosis with diameter reduction > 50%. Results: The sum of the overall ABI and TBI VasoPad values, called Sum of Brachial Indices (SBI), gave a specificity of 88.89% and sensitivity of 100% for detecting vascular color Doppler ultrasound biphasic and monophasic waveforms versus triphasic waveforms with a cutoff ≤ 1.36 (P Conclusion: The VasoPad was useful for detecting PAD, which is fully defined as having vessel stenosis > 50% (Doppler monophasic waveforms) but also early stage of atherosclerosis plaque of the lower extremities (Doppler biphasic waveforms). The VasoPad method provided a remarkable sensitivity of 100% and a specificity level similar to those of the conventional ABI test method compared with the vascular color Doppler ultrasound. In addition to being useful to screen and detect PAD, the VasoPad offers early detection of lower extremity atherosclerosis, with normal blood flow (Doppler biphasic waveforms), which could provide greater treatment options and thus reduce the overall number of lower extremity complications.

Epidemiology of Lower Extremity Artery Disease in People Living with HIV Followed at the Departmental University Hospital Center Ouémé-Plateau in 2019

Introduction: Lower extremity artery disease (LEAD) is a serious cardiovascular disease. People living with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) are at risk. The aim of the study was to determine the prevalence of LEAD and identify the associated factors among people living with HIV who were followed at the departmental university hospital Ouémé-Plateau in Benin. Methods: This was a cross-sectional study. It included all HIV-infected people who were monitored at the department of medicine of the target hospital during the study period and met the inclusion criteria (followed for at least three months, aged at least 25 years, and having given their written consent to participate). Data were collected during an individual interview, followed by the measurement of parameters. The ankle brachial index ≤ 0.9 was used for the diagnosis of LEAD. Associated factors were searched through a multivariable logistic regression. Results: The prevalence of LEAD was 34.2% among 222 respondents having a mean age was 42.9 ± 10.8 years and a female predominance (77.5%). No significant association was found between the presence of LEAD and sociodemographic factors. The presence of LEAD was significantly associated with hypertension and antiretroviral therapy. Hypertensive patients had a higher risk of LEAD compared to non-hypertensive patients (OR = 1.98, 95% CI [1.04-3.83], p = 0.037). Those who were receiving second-line therapy also had a higher risk of LEAD compared to those on first-line therapy (OR = 2.95, 95% CI [1.14-7.60], p = 0.025). Conclusion: This study showed a high prevalence of LEAD especially among hypertensive patients and those who were receiving second-line antiretroviral therapy. LEAD diagnosis and management should be included in the routine care of people living with HIV in Benin.

Investigation and analysis of lower extremity arterial disease in hospitalized elderly type 2 diabetic patients

Background:The risk of lower extremity arterial disease (LEAD) is increased in diabetic patients.LEAD in diabetic patients occurs earlier and is often more severe and diffuse;however,it is largely underdiagnosed and untreated.The purposes of this study were to investigate and analyze LEAD situation of hospitalized elderly type 2 diabetic patients.Methods:The ankle-brachial index (ABI) was used to screen LEAD in hospitalized elderly type 2 diabetic patients.The patients were divided into 5 groups based on the screening results:non-LEAD group and LEAD group;the LEAD group was divided into mild stenosis group,moderate stenosis group,and severe stenosis group.Results:The percentage of patients who had LEAD was 43%.Significant difference in age,diabetes duration,peak velocity,microalbuminuria,and vibratory sensory neuropathy was observed between patients with and without LEAD;regression analysis showed that urinary albumin and vibratory sensory neuropathy were independent risk factors for LEAD.Significant difference in age,body mass index (BMI),peak velocity,urinary albumin,and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) was observed between mild stenosis group,moderate stenosis group,and severe stenosis group;regression analysis showed that urinary albumin,BMI,and HDL-C were independent risk factors for accelerating vascular stenosis.Conclusions:The incidence of LEAD in hospitalized elderly type 2 diabetic patients is high;age,diabetes duration,peak velocity,BMI,urinary microalbumin,vibratory sensory neuropathy,and HDL-C are the maior risk factors for LEAD.Active control of risk factors is helpful to reduce or delay LEAD.

The Role of Color Doppler Ultrasound Arterial Mapping for Decision Making in the Treatment of Patients with Lower Extremity Peripheral Arterial Disease

Purpose: To assess the efficacy of color Doppler imaging for decision making in the treatment of patients with lower extremity peripheral arterial disease (PAD) compared to digital subtraction angiography (DSA). Materials and Methods: Color Doppler scan was done on patients suspected for lower limb PAD, a day prior to the DSA which was done by a vascular surgeon. Also, for the patients who were candidates for endovascular intervention based on the color Doppler arterial mapping results, endovascular interventions were performed at the same time if the DSA findings are correlated with the color Doppler map. The grading for evaluated segments was normal, insignificant stenosis (<50%), hemodynamically significant stenosis (≥50%) and occlusion. We yielded the diagnostic efficacy indices of Doppler for detecting arterial stenosis in each 18 different arterial segments below the renal arteries including, infrarenal aorta, common and external iliac, common femoral, superficial femoral (proximal, middle and distal segments), deep femoral, popliteal artery, tibioperoneal trunk, anterior and posterior tibial arteries (proximal, middle and distal segments) and peroneal artery (proximal and distal segments). Then, we yielded the kappa agreement between Doppler and DSA findings considering the grade of stenosis in 18 arterial segments separately. Results: Totally 115 lower extremities (2045 arterial segments) were evaluated in 90 patients [mean age: 60.8 ± 8.9 (range: 47 - 84 years old)] of which 68 (75.6%) were men. The sensitivity of color Doppler for all arterial segments was 90% or higher except for common iliac artery, distal segment of superficial femoral artery and proximal segments of anterior and posterior tibialis and peroneal arteries. However, the specificity was 89% or higher, in all arterial segments. Kappa agreement was 0.72 or higher in all segments (All P-Values 0.001). Conclusion: This study suggests that considering excellent capability of color Doppler sonography in the evaluation of lower extremity arterial disease, color Doppler arterial mapping is sufficient for decision making in the treatment of these patients and can reduce the rate of diagnostic angiography.

Clinical observation of Furongtongmai capsule on the lower extremity Atherosclerotic Occlusive Disease after Intervention Operation

Objective To investigate the effect of Furongtongmai capsule on the in-stent restenosis （ISR） of superficial femoral artery after interventional operation in lower extremity Arteriosclerosis Occlusion （ASO）. Methods： A total of 110 inpatients with ASO who performed Superficial femoral artery stent implantation were randomly divided into observation group and control group, with 55 cases in each group.Both groups received Aspirin 100 mg/d and Clopidogrel 75 mg/d. The observation group was given Furongtongmai capsule on the basis of routine treatment. After continuous treatment for 6 months, the clinical efficacy, Ankle Brachial Index （ABI）, high-sensitivity C-reactive protein （Hs-CPR） and ISR were compared between the two groups. Results： At 6 months after operation, the plasma levels of Hs-CRP in the two groups were significantly lower than those in the control group （P 〈 0.05）. The ABI of treatment group was significantly higher than the control group （P 〈 0.05）. There was a statistically significant difference in ISR incidence between the treatment group and the control group 6 months after surgery （9.09% vs 27.78%, P 〈 0.05）. Conclusion： Furongtongmai Capsule can inhibit Hs-CRP in patients with ASO after femoral artery intervention, improve the ankle brachial index and reduce the incidence of ISR.

Successful endovascular treatment in patients with acute thromboembolic ischemia of the lower limb including the crural arteries

AIM To examine the efficacy and safety of the 6 French(6F) Rotarex~S catheter system in patients with acute limb ischemia(ALI) involving thromboembolic occlusion of the proximal and mid-crural vessels.METHODS The files of patients in our department with ALI between 2015 and 2017 were examined. In seven patients, the Rotarex~S catheter was used in the proximal segment of the crural arteries. Data related to the clinical examination, Doppler sonography, angiography and followup from these patients were further used for analysis.RESULTS Two patients(29%) had thrombotic occlusion of the common femoral artery, and the remaining five exhibited thrombosis of the superficial femoral artery and popliteal artery. Mechanical thrombectomy was performed in all cases using a 6F Rotarex~S catheter. Additional Rotarex~S catheter thrombectomy due to remaining thrombus formation with no reflow was performed in the anterior tibial artery in two of seven cases(29%), in the tibiofibular tract and posterior tibial artery in two of seven cases(29%) and in the tibiofibular tract and fibular artery in the remaining three of seven cases(43%). Ischemic symptoms resolved promptly in all, and none of the patients experienced a procedural complication, such as crural vessel dissection, perforation or thrombus embolization.CONCLUSION Mechanical debulking using the 6F Rotarex~S catheter system may be a safe and effective treatment option in case of thrombotic or thromboembolic occlusion of the proximal and mid-portion of crural arteries.

An evaluation of the arterial occlusions in peripheral arterial disease by 64-detector multi-slice CT angiography: DSA correlation

Objective: Evaluation of peripheral arterial disease with 64-detector multi-slice CT angiography (MDCT- A) and comparison of the results with the results of digital subtraction angiography (DSA), a standard reference. Materials and Method: The written informed consent of the patients and ethics committee approval were obtained. The retrospective study group consisted of 28 patients with a diagnosis of peripheral arterial disease. Using 64-MDCT-A, the arterial tree of the lower extremity was evaluated for the presence of steno-occlusive lesions that might have led to luminal stenosis. The diagnostic reliability of 64-MDCT- A was calculated and compared with that of DSA. Findings: In the segment-based analysis, the sensitivity, specificity, and reliability rates of 64-MDCT angiography in determining significant stenoses were 97.7%, 97%, and 97.3%, respectively. The Kappa co-efficiency for compatibility between 64-MDCT-A and DSA methods in grading stenosis was calculated as 0.896

Detection,management,and prevention of diabetes-related foot disease in the Australian context

Diabetes-related foot disease(DFD)is a widely feared complication among people who live with diabetes.In Australia and globally,rates of disability,cardiovascular disease,lower extremity amputation,and mortality are significantly increased in patients with DFD.In order to understand and prevent these outcomes,we analyse the common pathogenetic processes of neuropathy,arterial disease,and infection.The review then summarises important management considerations through the interdisciplinary lens.Using Australian and international guidelines,we offer a stepwise,evidence-based practical approach to the care of patients with DFD.

Subintimal recanalization for non-acute occlusion of intracranial vertebral artery in an emergency endovascular procedure:A case report

BACKGROUND Endovascular recanalization of non-acute intracranial artery occlusion is technically difficult,particularly when the microwire enters the subintima.Although the subintimal tracking and re-entry technique has been well established in the endovascular treatment of coronary artery occlusion,there is limited experience with its use in intracranial occlusion due to anatomical variations and a lack of dedicated devices.CASE SUMMARY A 74-year-old man was admitted to the hospital two days after experiencing acute weakness in both lower extremities,poor speech,and dizziness.After admission,imaging revealed acute ischemic stroke and non-acute occlusion of bilateral intracranial vertebral arteries(ICVAs).On the fourth day of admission,the patient's condition deteriorated and an emergency endovascular recanalization of the left ICVA was performed.During this procedure,a microwire was advanced in the subintima of the vessel wall and successfully reentered the distal true lumen.Two stents were implanted in the subintima.The patient's Modified Rankin Scale was 1 at three months postoperatively.CONCLUSION We present a technical case of subintimal recanalization for non-acute ICVA occlusion in an emergency endovascular procedure.However,we emphasize the necessity for caution when applying the subintimal tracking approach in intracranial occlusion due to the significant dangers involved.

顾步汤联合腔内成形术对下肢动脉硬化闭塞症患者双足震动感觉阈值及微循环的影响

[目的]探究顾步汤联合腔内成形术对下肢动脉硬化闭塞症(LEAOD)患者双足震动感觉阈值及微循环的影响。[方法]将152例2021年4月—2023年4月于丽水市中心医院进行LEAOD治疗的患者,通过随机数字表法分为观察组(腔内成形术+顾步汤,76例)和对照组(腔内成形术,76例),对两组患者的中医证候积分、临床疗效、微循环指标和双足震动感觉阈值做对比。[结果]两组肢体疼痛、肢体麻木、间歇性跛行、肢体怕冷等中医证候积分在治疗后均下降,且观察组下降幅度更明显(P<0.05);观察组临床疗效(96.05%)显著高于对照组(84.21%)(P<0.05);两组患者治疗后流态积分、管襻积分、襻周积分均下降,襻顶血管直径均增加,且观察组各项指标变化更明显(P<0.05);治疗后两组双足震动感觉阈值均下降,且观察组变化更为显著(P<0.05)。[结论]顾步汤联合腔内成形术能够有效降低LEAOD患者的双足震动感觉阈值,改善患肢微循环。

张伯礼教授基于“病证同治”理论辨治下肢动脉硬化闭塞症经验

总结张伯礼教授治疗下肢动脉硬化闭塞症(ASO)的临证经验。基于“病证同治”理论,提出“以辨病为先,以分期为主,以辨证为基”的诊疗思路。下肢ASO核心病机为气虚血瘀为本,热毒内蕴为标。治疗方法为全病程补气养血活血,选用当归补血汤;急性期清热解毒凉血,选用四妙勇安汤;稳定期温肾通络止痛,选用补肾通络药组。诊疗之际,应细心权衡轻重、详辨标本之急,处理好标本间关系,确定“治其所苦”为重要治疗策略。再通过典型病案,详细阐释诊疗思路及用药规律。

彩色多普勒定量分析腘动脉参数在2型糖尿病患者下肢血管病变中的应用研究

目的:分析彩色多普勒定量分析腘动脉参数在2型糖尿病(T2DM)患者下肢血管病变中的应用价值。方法:采用回顾性分析法,将天津市河西医院2019年8月—2022年10月进行健康体检的25例志愿者纳入对照组,将51例T2MD患者纳入观察组。按腘动脉中膜厚度(IMT)情况将观察组分为A组(IMT正常)20例、B组(IMT增厚)6例、C组(斑块形成)25例。对比观察组与对照组患者腘动脉最大管径(R)、峰值血流速(peak systolic velocity,PSV)、壁剪应力(wall shear stress,WSS),对比A组、B组、C组患者病程、年龄、体重指数、血压、血糖等可能影响动脉斑块形成的因素,对比三组患者R、PSV、WSS。分析WSS预测T2DM患者效能以及WSS相关因素。结果:观察组患者PSV、WSS低于对照组,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。与A组比较,B组患者年龄更高,病程更长,甘油三酯、WSS更低,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。与A组比较,C组患者年龄更高,病程更长,PSV、WSS更低,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。与B组比较,C组患者年龄更高,PSV、WSS更低,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。WSS取1.82 dyne/cm^(2),预测T2DM患者下肢血管病变的特异度、灵敏度分别为84%、66%。WSS与病程、年龄、腘动脉IMT呈负相关(r=-0.370、-0.570、-0.592,P<0.05),与PSV呈正相关(r=0.601,P<0.05)。结论:彩色多普勒超声定量分析下腘动脉WSS能有效预测T2DM患者下肢血管病变,建议综合患者病程、年龄及腘动脉IMT提高诊断准确性。

CTA与DSA评估慢性肢体威胁性缺血患者全球肢体解剖学分期系统分期的一致性分析

目的分析CTA与DSA在评估慢性肢体威胁性缺血(CLTI)患者全球肢体解剖学分期系统(GLASS)分期中的一致性。方法 回顾性分析2017年1月至2020年12月西安交通大学第一附属医院收治的CLTI患者临床资料。以DSA评估结果为金标准,分析CTA与DSA评估GLASS分期的一致性。结果 CTA评估GLASS评分与DSA具很强的一致性,其中两者评估股腘动脉段评分的加权Kappa系数为0.798(95%CI=0.722~0.873,P<0.01),评估膝下动脉段评分的加权Kappa系数为0.785(95%CI=0.725~0.845,P<0.01),评估GLASS整体评分的加权Kappa系数为0.832(95%CI=0.752~0.911,P<0.01),均显示出很强的一致性。结论 下肢动脉CTA检查可准确评估CLTI患者靶病变GLASS评分和分期,有助于下肢动脉硬化闭塞症诊断及血运重建技术难度评估。

强化降脂策略对多支血管病变急性冠状动脉综合征患者短期预后的影响

目的:探讨强化降脂策略对多支血管病变急性冠状动脉综合征(ACS)患者短期预后的影响。方法:回顾性纳入2019年8月至2020年11月期间在武汉大学中南医院心内科接受冠状动脉支架置入术的多支血管病变ACS患者136例,将其分为强化降脂组[3个月内将低密度脂蛋白胆固醇(LDL-C)控制<1.0mmol/L,且12个月内持续达标,n=69]和标准降脂组(12个月内将LDL-C逐渐控制<1.4 mmol/L,n=67)。观察两组患者出院后12个月内总胆固醇(TC)、甘油三酯(TG)、LDL-C、高密度脂蛋白胆固醇(HDL-C)、脂蛋白(a)[Lp(a)]水平的变化趋势,比较两组患者出院12个月时的主要不良心血管事件(MACE,包括心原性死亡、心肌梗死、靶血管血运重建和脑卒中)发生情况。结果:强化降脂组与标准降脂组患者入院时的基线资料相似,基线TC、TG、LDL-C、HDL-C水平差异均无统计学意义(P均>0.05)。出院3个月时,与入院时相比,强化降脂组患者的TC、TG、LDL-C、Lp(a)水平均明显降低(P均<0.05),HDL-C水平无明显变化(P>0.05);标准降脂组患者的TC、LDL-C水平均明显降低(P均<0.05),TG、HDL-C和Lp(a)水平均无明显变化(P均>0.05)。出院3、6、12个月时,强化降脂组患者的TC、LDL-C水平均明显低于标准降脂组(P均<0.01)。Kaplan-Meier生存曲线显示,出院12个月时,强化降脂组的MACE发生率明显低于标准降脂组(2.90%vs.14.93%,χ2=6.090,P=0.014)。多因素Cox回归分析显示,与标准降脂策略相比,强化降脂策略可显著降低多支血管病变ACS患者出院12个月时的MACE发生风险(HR=0.177,95%CI:0.037~0.838,P=0.029)。结论:在多支血管病变ACS患者中,与标准降脂策略相比,强化降脂策略很可能会降低短期MACE发生风险,未来需要开展大规模的前瞻性多中心研究来进一步验证。

虎杖清脉饮治疗下肢小血管病早期热郁毒聚证临床观察

目的:观察虎杖清脉饮治疗下肢小血管病(LESAD)早期热郁毒聚证的临床治疗效果和安全性。方法:选取70例LESAD早期热郁毒聚证患者随机分为试验组和对照组各35例,两组患者均给予西医常规治疗,在此基础上,试验组给予虎杖清脉饮颗粒治疗,对照组给予虎杖清脉饮安慰剂颗粒治疗,3个月后比较两组临床疗效,治疗前后症状体征积分、中医证候积分,治疗前后脂代谢、糖代谢、炎症因子水平变化、安全性及不良反应情况。结果:试验组总有效率94.11%高于对照组63.33%(P<0.05);治疗后试验组症状、体征积分及中医证候积分较对照组显著降低(P<0.05);实验室指标中,治疗后试验组脂代谢、糖代谢、炎症因子水平均较对照组改善(P<0.05)。结论:虎杖清脉饮治疗LESAD早期热郁毒聚证患者临床疗效显著,可明显改善患者临床症状,减少动脉粥样硬化的诱发因素。

下肢动脉病变程度对富血小板凝胶治疗糖尿病足溃疡的影响

目的探讨下肢动脉病变程度对富血小板凝胶治疗糖尿病足溃疡的影响。方法选取糖尿病足溃疡患者129例为研究对象。根据踝肱指数和下肢动脉血管超声结果分为轻度组49例、中度组44例和重度组36例。3组患者均给予常规治疗联合富血小板凝胶治疗。比较3组患者治疗前后溃疡面积变化和肉芽面积变化。结果3组治疗前后的溃疡面积及其差值比较,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05);3组治疗前后的肉芽面积及其差值比较,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。溃疡面积差值与踝肱指数呈正相关(r=0.392,P<0.001),与糖尿病病程呈负相关(r=-0.420,P<0.001);肉芽面积差值与踝肱指数呈正相关(r=0.406,P<0.001),与糖尿病病程呈负相关(r=-0.375,P<0.001)。结论下肢动脉病变越严重,富血小板凝胶治疗糖尿病足溃疡的疗效越差。

髂静脉内支架植入术治疗深静脉血栓后综合征的疗效分析

目的对髂静脉支架治疗深静脉血栓后综合征疗效进行评价。方法回顾性选取2020年1月—2023年6月柳州市柳铁中心医院收治的68例深静脉血栓后综合征(post-thrombotic syndrome,PTS)患者临床资料,根据其治疗方式分为支架治疗组(40例)和保守治疗组(28例)。支架治疗组行髂静脉球囊扩张成型支架置入术治疗,保守治疗组行保守治疗,比较两组患者Villalta评分、血管通畅率。结果治疗前,两组患者Villalta评分比较,差异无统计学意义(P>0.05);治疗后,两组患者术后3个月、6个月、12个月Villalta评分较术前均降低,且支架治疗组患者术后3个月、6个月Villalta评分(10.81±2.97)分、(8.62±2.68)分均低于保守治疗组的(12.54±3.81)分、(9.81±1.64)分,差异有统计学意义(t=2.103、2.089,P均<0.05)。支架治疗组患者治疗3个月、6个月和12个月的血管通畅率80.00%(32/40)、90.00%(36/40)和95.00%(38/40)均高于对照组的57.14%(16/28)、67.86%(19/28)、75.00%(21/28),差异有统计学意义(P均<0.05)。结论髂静脉内支架植入术治疗下肢静脉闭塞性疾病可以提高术后静脉血管通畅率,减轻下肢临床症状,提高患者术后生活质量。