PRESCRIBED FOR: Colchicine is used for the treatment of acute flares of gout. It also is used for treating FMF in adults and children 4 years of age or older.Other unapproved uses of colchicine include treatment of pseudogout, amyloidosis, and scleroderma.These unapproved uses of colchicine require further evaluation.RESCRIBED FOR: Colchicine is used for the treatment of acute flares of gout. It also is used for treating FMF in adults and children 4 years of age or older.
A simple test called an ankle-brachial index (ABI) often is used to diagnose P.A.D. The ABI compares blood pressure in your ankle to blood pressure in your arm. This test shows how well blood is flowing in your limbs.
An ankle bp utilizing the PT and DP pulses is a great non-invasive tool. You can perform an ABI (ankle-brachial index test) and get info regarding the pt's possible need for further exams to check for peripheral artery disease. This will affect their ability to heal from peripheral wounds/surgeries, as well as whether or not they are at risk for arterial ulcers, dry gangrene, etc.