60 year old man came to OPD with complaint of pain over his toes. Earlier , due to acute STEMI, coronary stenting was performed. On local examination of feet , coloured skin lesions were observed with tenderness(As shown below). Gradual fall in renal functions were also seen . What should be the most probable diagnosis?
Correct Answer: Atheroembolism
Description: Atheroembolism =Causes Elderly patients with widespread atherosclerosis Complication of Abdominal aoa surgery As a consequence of angiography =C/F Renal insufficiency or hypeension Livedo reticularis Cerebrovascular events Retinal aery occlusion Acute pancreatitis Ischemic bowels Gangrene of extremities =Urine analysis Increased cellularity, mild proteinuria Eosinophiluria Cholesterol crystals(rare) =Rx Control Hypeension Avoid Hypotension Adequate hydration
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