The effect of angiotensin receptor blockers on peripheral artery disease progression: A retrospective cohort study in Jordan.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common atherosclerotic vascular condition associated with many complications. The specific effect of angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs) on the short-term complications in PAD patients has not been explored before.

Objectives

This study aimed to evaluate the association between ARBs use and the disease severity, progression, the frequency of surgical interventions, and arterial occlusion rates among users.

Methods

A retrospective cohort study was conducted at King Abdullah Ⅱ Hospital, including 133 patients followed between 2019 and 2024. The cohort was divided into two groups based on their exposure to ARBs: the ARBs group and the control group. Data related to patient demographics, clinical characteristics, medical hi

SUBMITTER: Kasasbeh MZ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12425201 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature