Limb amputations due to chronic diseases, primarily diabetes, were disproportionately higher in communities of color before COVID. Pandemic-related delays in treatment only made things worse.
Vascular Emergencies: Challenges and Solutions
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What is unique about all of the fields of medicine comprising vascular health care is that a good majority of our patients often require immediate life- or limb-saving care. Time is often of the essence, and a solid foundational understanding of how best to respond to these emergencies is paramount to provide the highest level of patient care.
In this edition of
Endovascular Today, we focus on a wide variety of emergent vascular conditions and what is currently known about their incidences, associated unique challenges, and potential treatment options. We have asked experts from leading centers to explain the essentials in a practical fashion, sharing their understanding as to best practices.