Systolic blood pressures are well correlated with limb ischemia. The simplicity of Doppler ultrasound technique makes it ideally suited for office use by the interested physician. Topics presented include the use of properly chosen equipment, the clinical indications, and establishment of specific pressure measurements consistent with limb ischemia, rest pain, and healing prognosis.
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