Pharmacology of Peripheral Arterial Disease in the Angio Suite: What Every Interventionalist Should Know

Abstract

Safe and effective treatment of peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and critical limb ischemia can be routinely performed in the angiography suite. A systematic understanding of the medications commonly used during these procedures is essential. This review discusses the traditional roles of the medications used in PAD procedures, the existing evidence basis for those roles, potential alternatives, and evolving techniques. Developing a familiarity with these medications can help improve outcomes and safety for the patients being treated.

Keywords

medications in PAD - peripheral arterial disease - pharmacology of PAD

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