Vascular Insufficiency/Chronic Ischemia in the Upper Extremity-Vascular Insufficiency/ Chronic Ischemia in the Upper Extremity

Vascular Insufficiency/ Chronic Ischemia in the Upper Extremity

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Video Summary

The video discusses chronic ischemia of vascular insufficiency, specifically focusing on vasospasm and occlusive disease. The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding this topic for medical professionals to effectively treat patients with chronic pain and ischemia. They discuss the prevalence and symptoms of vasospasm, such as sensitivity to cold and digital blanching. They also explain the causes and symptoms of occlusive disease, which includes pain, numbness, and decreased productivity. The speaker presents different diagnostic tests for evaluating the vascular system, such as segmental arterial pressures and digital plethysmography. They also discuss various treatment options, including medications, surgical interventions such as sympathectomy and arterial reconstruction, and alternative procedures like Botox injections. The video concludes with a discussion on specific cases and self-assessment questions related to the topic. No credits were mentioned in the transcript.

Keywords

chronic ischemia

vascular insufficiency

vasospasm

occlusive disease

diagnostic tests

treatment options