Preferred Label : blue toe syndrome;
MeSH definition : 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.; 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.;
MeSH synonym : syndrome, blue toe;
Wikipedia link : https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blue toe syndrome;
Origin ID : D018438;
UMLS CUI : C0242645;
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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.
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.