This document presents the 2024 ACC/AHA/AACVPR/APMA/ABC/SCAI/SVM/SVN/SVS/SIR/VESS Guideline for the Management of Lower Extremity Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD). Developed by a joint committee of leading cardiovascular and vascular organizations, this guideline offers updated recommendations for clinicians.
It supersedes previous guidelines, incorporating new evidence to address the diagnosis and comprehensive care of patients with PAD. The guideline covers various clinical subsets of PAD, including asymptomatic, chronic symptomatic, chronic limb-threatening ischemia, and acute limb ischemia.
Key areas addressed include:
- Effective medical therapies to prevent adverse cardiovascular and limb events.
- The role of structured exercise as a core component of care.
- Indications and approaches for revascularization procedures.
- The importance of a multispecialty care team for optimal patient management.
- Crucial aspects of foot care and preventive measures.
- Addressing health disparities in PAD.
The guideline emphasizes a patient-centered approach, integrating shared decision-making and considering individual patient values and preferences.