Peripheral arterial disease: register
Indicator
The contractor establishes and maintains a register of patients with peripheral arterial disease.
Indicator type
General practice indicator suitable for use in the Quality and Outcomes Framework.
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Rationale
Early identification of PAD means treatment focused on cardiovascular risk management can begin earlier potentially slowing disease progression, improving quality of life and reducing the risk of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality.
Source guidance
Peripheral arterial disease: diagnosis and management. NICE guideline CG147 (2012)
Specification
A register of people with a diagnosis of peripheral arterial disease.
Exclusions: None.
Minimum population: The indicator would be appropriate to assess performance at individual general practice level.
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