Blue Toe Syndrome [syndrom modrých prstů nohy]
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blue toe syndrom
syndrom modrého prstu
A condition that is caused by recurring atheroembolism in the lower extremities. It is characterized by cyanotic discoloration of the toes, usually the first, fourth, and fifth toes. Discoloration may extend to the lateral aspect of the foot. Despite the gangrene-like appearance, blue toes may respond to conservative therapy without AMPUTATION, SURGICAL.
- DUI
- D018438 MeSH Browser
- CUI
- M0027662
- Previous indexing
- Embolism (1976-1994); Toes/blood supply (1976-1994)
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- CF
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- congenital
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- diet therapy
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- embryology
- EN
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- IM
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- MO
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- NU
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- PS
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- PA
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- PP
- physiopathology
- PC
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- SU
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- TH
- therapy
- UR
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- VE
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