upper extremity arterial function test

The upper extremity arterial function test is an auxiliary test for checking whether the arteries are normal. The structure and function of the upper limbs of normal people are normal, the blood flow of the hands is abundant, and the skin is flush red. After exerting pressure on the palm and subcutaneous tissues of the palm, the skin temporarily becomes slightly pale, and the flushing is quickly restored after the pressure is removed. When the upper extremity arteries are occluded or paralyzed, the blood flow in both hands is reduced, and the palms are obviously pale after being pressurized. The time to restore flushing after withdrawal is significantly longer than that of normal people. Through this examination, the corresponding symptoms can be judged. Basic Information Specialist classification: cardiovascular examination classification: physical examination Applicable gender: whether men and women apply fasting: not fasting Analysis results: Below normal: Normal value: no Above normal: negative: Normal: The test is negative, that is, the structure and function of the upper limbs are normal, the blood flow of the hands is abundant, and the skin is flush red. After exerting pressure on the palm and subcutaneous tissues of the palm, the skin temporarily becomes slightly pale, and the flushing is quickly restored after the pressure is removed. Positive: One of the following conditions is positive (1) The palm of the hand is markedly pale after the fist is lifted. (2) The time when the skin color returns to normal after the hands fall is >5s. Tips: Please relax when checking. Normal value The structure and function of the upper limbs of normal people are normal, the blood flow of the hands is abundant, and the skin is flush red. After exerting pressure on the palm and subcutaneous tissues of the palm, the skin temporarily becomes slightly pale, and the flushing is quickly restored after the pressure is removed. Clinical significance Abnormal results: 1. Positive if one of the following conditions is met: (1) The palm of the hand is markedly pale after the fist is lifted. (2) The time when the skin color returns to normal after the hands fall is >5s. 2. After the fist is clenched, the palm of the hand is slightly pale, and the color returns to normal within 5 s after the fall. People who need to check: Suspected upper extremity arterial blood supply disorder. Negative results may be disease: forearm artery injury, aneurysm considerations Contraindications before examination: severe finger muscle and joint disorders, unable to properly make a fist. Requirements for inspection: 1. The test environment temperature is too low, which can cause false positives. 2. This test does not identify the cause of upper limb blood supply disorders. Inspection process 1. The subject takes a standing position or a sitting position, hands straight up, and makes a forceful fist movement 5 or 6 times. Reach out to check the color and distribution of the skin of the palm. 2. Drop your hand to the waist level and continue to observe the color and characteristics of the palm skin. 3. Can be repeated multiple times, and both sides on this. Not suitable for the crowd Inappropriate people: This test is not a routine medical examination.

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