Leriche Syndrome
Synonyms
Leriche's Syndrome
Leriches Syndrome
Syndrome, Leriche
Syndrome, Leriche's
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.