Who is at highest risk for Claudication ?
People with the following characteristics are at higher risk for developing both claudication and atherosclerosis:
Smokers High blood pressure Body mass index over 30 (obesity) Total blood cholesterol over 240 mg/dL (6.2 mmol/L) Diabetes Age over 70 years Age over 50 years if you have diabetes or you smoke A family history of: Claudication Atherosclerosis Peripheral artery disease </s>