7th August 2020

The ankle brachial pressure index (ABPI) is a measure of vessel competency

The ankle brachial pressure index (ABPI) is a measure of vessel competency, comparing the systolic blood pressure at the ankle to that in the arm. 

What would you expect the ABPI to be in a fit 73-year-old man with venous insufficiency, but no arterial disease? 

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.