Leriche Syndrome

A condition caused by occlusion of terminal aorta, the primary branches of the ABDOMINAL AORTA, as in aortoiliac obstruction. Leriche syndrome usually occurs in males and is characterized by IMPOTENCE, absence of a pulse in the femoral arteries, weakness and numbness in the lower back, buttocks, hips, and lower limbs.

Year introduced: 2008 (1963)

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Tree Number(s): C14.907.109.661, C14.907.137.427

MeSH Unique ID: D007925

Entry Terms:

• Syndrome, Leriche
• Leriche's Syndrome
• Leriches Syndrome
• Syndrome, Leriche's

All MeSH Categories
Diseases Category
Cardiovascular Diseases
Vascular Diseases
Aortic Diseases
Leriche Syndrome

All MeSH Categories
Diseases Category
Cardiovascular Diseases
Vascular Diseases
Arterial Occlusive Diseases
Leriche Syndrome