A 59-year-old with suspected PAD and ABI 0.85 complains of claudication limiting walking. Best initial pharmacologic therapy for symptoms?...

Question

A 59-year-old with suspected PAD and ABI 0.85 complains of claudication limiting walking. Best initial pharmacologic therapy for symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Cilostazol unless contraindicated

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Beta-blocker

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Long-acting nitrates

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Full-dose anticoagulation

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Opioids

us-abim MCQ (SBA): Peripheral Artery Disease