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Screening for PAD and CVD risk assessment with ankle brachial index in adults: Consumer fact sheet
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Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) is a test that measures blood pressure at your ankle and arm. There is not enough evidence to know the benefits and harms of ABI in screening for peripheral artery disease (PAD) and cardiovascular disease (CVD). An ABI can cause false-positive results. Talk to your doctor about your risk factors for PAD and CVD.
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PAD screening, CVD screening, stroke, heart attack
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Rated on: 5/1/2015 4:10:09 PM
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