Which of the following disease processes is a risk factor for peripheral vascular disease?
A 72-year-old teacher comes to your clinic for an annual examination. She is concerned about her risk for peripheral vascular disease and states that there is a place in town that does tests to let her know her if she has this or not.
A) Gastroesophageal reflux disease
B) Coronary artery disease
C) Migraine headaches
D) Osteoarthritis
B) Coronary artery disease
Evidence of coronary artery disease implies that there is most likely disease in other vessels; therefore, this is a risk factor for peripheral vascular disease. Conversely, the presence of peripheral vascular disease is also a risk factor for coronary artery disease, and if present, it should be considered in reduction of cardiac risk factors.
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