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Suggest Treatment For Swelling And Purple Discoloration Of Foot

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Posted on Fri, 14 Aug 2015
Question: My husband had CABG x4 10 days ago. They harvested vein from RLE. 3days ago he was on feet too much R calf ankle foot very swollen. We elevate it for 24 hours swelling reduced then today calf ankle foot swollen again but side of foot & 2 toes turning purple. He was a bleeder during surgery received FFP cryo & was on pressors but for only little over 24 hors should I take him immediately to ED
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Answered by Dr. Lilit Baghdasaryan (50 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Duplex ultrasound should be performed

Detailed Answer:
Dear Mrs,

In this case duplex ultrasound of leg vessels should be performed to evaluate veins and arteries. If there is no other possibility to arrange it quickly, you should refer to ER.

Hope I could help you

Wishing a good health to your husband

In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask

Regards,
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Suggest Treatment For Swelling And Purple Discoloration Of Foot

Brief Answer: Duplex ultrasound should be performed Detailed Answer: Dear Mrs, In this case duplex ultrasound of leg vessels should be performed to evaluate veins and arteries. If there is no other possibility to arrange it quickly, you should refer to ER. Hope I could help you Wishing a good health to your husband In case of further questions don't hesitate to ask Regards,