Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
---|---|---|---|---|
4195161 | Annals of Medicine and Surgery | 2016 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
•Current concepts on the pathophysiology and diagnosis of Thromboangiitis Obliterans.•Importance of complete abstinence of tobacco.•Actual Treatments of Thromboangiitis Obliterans.
Thromboangiitis Obliterans is a non-atherosclerotic inflammatory disease of unknown etiology, which has a strong association with tobacco. We present current concepts on the pathophysiology and diagnosis, as well as a review in treatments.
Related Topics
Health Sciences
Medicine and Dentistry
Public Health and Health Policy
Authors
Ignacio J. Rivera-Chavarría, José D. Brenes-Gutiérrez,