Ankle–brachial pressure index Ankle–brachial pressure index The ankle-brachial pressure index (ABPI) or ankle-brachial index (ABI) is the ratio of the blood pressure at the ankle to the blood pressure in the upper arm (brachium). Compared to the arm, lower blood pressure in the leg suggests blocked arteries due to peripheral artery disease (PAD). The ABPI is calculated by dividing the systolic blood pressure at the ankle by the systolic blood pressure in the arm. The patient must be placed supine, without the head or any extremities dangling over the edge of the table. Measurement of ankle blood pressures in a seated position will
The Artery Foundation The Artery Foundation The Artery Foundation is a full-service management company based in California and founded in 2004. The Artery Foundation represents, finds, supports and manages various entertainment artists. The Artery Foundation hosts its own North American tour Artery Foundation Across the Nation Tour, which started in 2008 and has since then expanded to Europe. The tour is often held in the springtime. The company also hosts an annual free showcase at the South by Southwest music festival where fans line up as early as 4:00 am to guarantee a spot into the show. During the summer of 2012, The