The Doppler report suggests absence of flow in the posterior tibial artery (PTA), while the common femoral, superficial femoral, popliteal, and anterior tibial arteries appear normal. It also notes subcutaneous soft tissue edema in the left lower limb. These findings should be correlated with the patient’s symptoms and clinical examination. Further evaluation may be required to determine whether this represents arterial occlusion, chronic disease, or a technical limitation.
Next Steps
Please consult a vascular surgeon as soon as possible. If there is severe pain, coldness of the foot, discoloration, numbness, or non-healing wounds, seek emergency care. Additional investigations such as CT angiography or MR angiography may be required based on clinical findings.
Health Tips
Control
diabetes, blood pressure, and cholesterol if present, avoid smoking, and do not delay specialist evaluation. Treatment depends on the cause and severity of the reduced blood flow.