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Department of Podiatry - Vascular Assessment

Vascular Assessment Form: Page Three

 

Vascular Assessment Form

Physical Assessment

Pulses

  L R

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DP    
PT    
Popliteal    
Ankle Brachial Index (ABI)
  L R

>1.2 calcification?

1.2 - 0.9 normal

0.6-0.9 intermittent claudication

<0.6 rest pain

<0.4 gangrene

 

DP    
PT    
Brachial    
Doppler assessment
  Number of sounds DP PT
L      
R      
Five minute modified reactive hyperaemic test
  L R  
     
Superficial venous plexus filling time (SVPFT)
L R Normal 2-5 seconds
Apices    

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