The ankle–brachial blood pressure index (ABI) is a simple and non-invasive measure to assess the patency of the arteries of the lower extremities, and predicts cardiovascular morbidity and mortality.

DALLAS, Texas — A new scientific statement from the American Heart Association is intended to standardize the measurement and interpretation of the ankle-brachial index (ABI) [1]. The statement is ...

In recent years several automated ABI devices have been developed, which require minimal skills to use, and do not require a rest period before measurement, hence reducing the time needed to undertake ...

March 2, 2005 — Pulse oximetry of the toes may be as accurate as ankle-brachial index (ABI) for the screening of lower extremity arterial disease (LEAD) in patients with type 2 diabetes, according to ...

HOLLYWOOD, FL—Despite the lack of support from clinical guidelines, the use of ankle-brachial index (ABI) to screen for peripheral artery disease could reap benefits, according to a talk yesterday at ...