Specialties and Services Adult Cardiology Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI)
| Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) |
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ABI is an index to evaluate stenosis and occlusion of crural arteries. It is calculated from blood pressures obtained from you
To perform ABI, you will be placed on a comfortable bed. Pressure cuffs over 4 extremities and one phono-probe on your chest will be achieved to assess your pulse and blood pressure .
Appointment : Noninvasive Cardiovascular laboratory, 3rd FL. Chumbhotbongs Paribatra Building (Bld.#6 in Map link). Tel 662-564184 Ext 110, 662-564695. Note: MD referal/order form is required before the appointment. |
r arm and ankles. ABI is useful for early detection of peripheral arterial disease (PAD). PAD is frequently complicated in patients with cardiovascular or cerebrovascular disease, and thus early detection of PAD is important.KCMH Cardiac Center Staff Login
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