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| Peripheral vascular examination | |
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| Purpose | assess signs of pathology in the peripheral vascular system |
A peripheral vascular examination is a medical examination to discover signs of pathology in the peripheral vascular system. It is performed as part of a physical examination, or when a patient presents with leg pain suggestive of a cardiovascular pathology.
The exam includes several parts:
- Position/lighting/draping
- Inspection
- Palpation
- Auscultation
- Special maneuvers