CLI Perspectives

How to Approach the “Desert Foot” in the CLI Patient

03/05/2017

A patient with rest pain and single-vessel runoff will be defined as CLI just as much as a patient with rest pain and/or skin breakdown with absent flow to the foot, usually referred to as desert foot.

A patient with rest pain and...

03/05/2017

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CLI Perspectives

Supervised Exercise Program for PAD vs CLI – Learn From the Expert

02/07/2017

Jihad A. Mustapha , MD, FACC, FSCAI;

R. Kevin Rogers , MD, MSc, RPVI;

I would love to see CLI Centers of Excellence across the world where there is multidisciplinary, efficient, and effective treatment of patients with CLI. This program would need to encompass multiple specialties, reside in a common physical...

I would love to see CLI Centers...

02/07/2017

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The Benefits of a CLI Program in a Large Health Care System

01/10/2017

Christopher Boyes , MD;

Phalan Bolden , MSN, MBA, FNP;

Jihad A. Mustapha , MD, FACC, FSCAI;

A CLI team was created using a multidisciplinary approach and a well-planned algorithm for treatment. Coordination of care between the different providers was improved though better communication between multiple disciplines, despite the...

A CLI team was created using a...

01/10/2017

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Combining Technical Skill With a Uniquely Designed Device for CTO Success

12/06/2016

Mahmood Razavi , MD;

Jihad A. Mustapha , MD, FACC, FSCAI;

In this issue, I am honored at the chance to interview Dr. Mahmood Razavi, one of the pioneers in CTO crossing who has historically demonstrated that combining proper technical skill to a uniquely designed CTO device provides a favorable...

In this issue, I am honored at...

12/06/2016

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The Emerging Young Field of CLI Holds Great Potential

09/05/2016

Juan F. Granada , MD;

Jihad A. Mustapha , MD, FACC, FSCAI;

In this issue, we are shifting gears to address inflow for the critical limb ischemia patient, and discuss primarily superficial femoral artery (SFA) and popliteal issues.

In this issue, we are shifting...

09/05/2016

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It’s Time to Bring Out the Last Standing Collateral in CLI: Let’s Talk CLI Collaterals in Advanced Disease

05/08/2016

Jihad A. Mustapha , MD, FACC, FSCAI;

Craig M. Walker , MD, FACC, FACP, FSCAI, FCCP;

Why are collateral vessels so valuable in CLI patients?

Why are collateral vessels so...

05/08/2016

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Trailblazing the Path Towards High Quality Care and Improved Cardiovascular Outcomes: Welcome to SCAI 2016!

04/05/2016

Jihad A. Mustapha , MD, FACC, FSCAI;

Kenneth Rosenfield , MD, MHCDS;

SCAI has been traditionally known as a meeting with an emphasis on coronary interventions; however, the program features different tracks.

SCAI has been traditionally...

04/05/2016

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International Experience Offers Insights Into CLI Treatment: Sharing the Leipzig Interventional Course (LINC) for the Endovascular Specialist

11/03/2015

Jihad A. Mustapha , MD, FACC, FSCAI;

Dierk Scheinert , MD;

LINC is viewed as one of the largest and most comprehensive peripheral meetings in the world. This reputation is rightfully gained, as LINC has provided tremendous value over the years to physicians’ daily practice.

LINC is viewed as one of the...

11/03/2015

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