NCIt definition : An atherosclerotic disorder of the peripheral vascular system affecting mostly males
in their later decades. It is caused by thrombotic occlusion of the abdominal aorta
just above the level of the bifurcation. Clinical signs include impotence, intermittent
claudication, diminished femoral pulses and cold, pallid lower extremities. Prognosis
is favorable with surgical or endovascular intervention.;