The new guideline on lower-extremity peripheral artery disease emphasizes the importance of managing care with a multispecialty team and implementing structured exercise programs for patients. High-intensity statin therapy and low-dose rivaroxaban are recommended treatments for patients with PAD. The guideline also highlights the need for comprehensive risk factor management, foot care, and revascularization. Disparities in care, especially among racial and ethnic groups, must be addressed to improve outcomes. The authors stress the importance of achieving the goals outlined in the PAD National Action Plan to enhance public awareness, professional education, healthcare systems, research, and advocacy efforts for PAD.
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New PAD guideline endorses multispecialty care team, structured exercise programs
