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Diagnosis
The symptoms are self explanatory and physical examination will help to arrive at provisional diagnosis.
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Pulse in the feet: Low pulse
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Ankle-brachial index (ABI): Comparison among blood pressure at the level of arm and ankle. ABI ratio of less than 0.90 directs a good diagnostician to advise further investigations to rule out other conditions.
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Segmental Blood pressure: Measuring blood pressure at various levels in the leg to find out the level of blockage.
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