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Thromboangiitis Obliterans (TAO / Buerger Disease)

Anesthesia Implications

Clinically reviewed by anesthesia providers · Updated

Avoid A-linesAvoid HypothermiaAvoid Local w/epiCareful Positioning

Pathophysiology

This disease is an inflammatory vasculitis in the extremities. Inflammatory processes lead to vasospasm and occlusion of the vessels. Symptoms - occlusion of foot, calf, hand, and/or forearm...

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