Examining Outcomes in Patients Admitted With Comorbid Peripheral Artery Disease and Microvascular Disease.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) and microvascular disease (MVD) are highly prevalent conditions that share common risk factors. This observational study aimed to characterize patients with both conditions and determine the impact of comorbid PAD/MVD on outcomes.

Methods and results

Patients admitted across 31 states January 2011 through December 2018 with a primary or secondary diagnosis of PAD or MVD were included from the National Readmissions Database and weighted to approximate a national sample. Those age <18 years or with nonatherosclerotic leg injuries were excluded. Patients were divided into 3 groups: PAD-only, MVD-only, or comorbid PAD/MVD. Multiple logistic regression was used to evaluate associations with major and minor amputations, major adverse card

SUBMITTER: Grubman S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10863818 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature