Turkish Translation
Ayak Bileği Kol İndeksi
Diagnosis
Ankle Brachial Index
A ratio comparing the systolic blood pressure at the ankle to that in the brachial artery, used to screen for peripheral arterial disease (PAD).
Turkish
Ayak Bileği Kol İndeksi
Pronunciation
ˈæŋkəl ˈbreɪkiəl ˈɪndɛks
Usage frequency
7
Relative in-app score
vascularpressurediagnosticpad
ABI
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Meaning and Clinical Context
A ratio comparing the systolic blood pressure at the ankle to that in the brachial artery, used to screen for peripheral arterial disease (PAD).
The ankle brachial index is a non-invasive diagnostic tool that quantifies the severity of peripheral arterial disease. It is calculated by dividing the highest systolic pressure at the ankle (dorsalis pedis or posterior tibial artery) by the highest brachial systolic pressure.
Category
Example in Use
English: An ankle brachial index (ABI) of less than 0.9 is indicative of peripheral arterial disease and warrants further vascular evaluation.
Turkish: 0.9'dan düşük bir ayak bileği kol indeksi (ABI), periferik arter hastalığını gösterir ve daha fazla vasküler değerlendirme gerektirir.
Clinical Notes
Scenario
Calculate the ABI for a patient with a brachial pressure of 120 mmHg and ankle pressure of 85 mmHg, then interpret the result.
Response Template
ABI is [value], consistent with [normal/mild/moderate/severe] peripheral arterial disease.
Mini FAQ
What does Ankle Brachial Index mean in medical English?
A ratio comparing the systolic blood pressure at the ankle to that in the brachial artery, used to screen for peripheral arterial disease (PAD).
When is Ankle Brachial Index used in clinical communication?
The ankle brachial index is a non-invasive diagnostic tool that quantifies the severity of peripheral arterial disease. It is calculated by dividing the highest systolic pressure at the ankle (dorsalis pedis or posterior tibial artery) by the highest brachial systolic pressure.
Which glossary category includes Ankle Brachial Index?
Ankle Brachial Index is grouped under Diagnosis in the HealthSpeak glossary.
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