Clinical use
Use this calculator for peripheral arterial disease staging (stage i-iv) in thesurgery workflow. It is decision support and should be interpreted with the patient context, local protocols, and clinician judgment.
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Interpretation
European equivalent of Rutherford. Stage III-IV = critical limb ischemia. Widely used in UK/AU/NZ vascular practice.
Required inputs
- Stage
Evidence and limitations
This page cites 1 published reference. Confirm units and inclusion criteria before applying the output; calculators do not replace assessment, escalation, or local policy.
References
- Fontaine R et al. Helv Chir Acta 1954;21:499-533
Frequently asked questions
What is the Fontaine Staging?
Fontaine Staging is a clinical calculator used for Peripheral arterial disease staging (Stage I-IV).
How do I interpret the Fontaine Staging?
European equivalent of Rutherford. Stage III-IV = critical limb ischemia. Widely used in UK/AU/NZ vascular practice.
What inputs are required for the Fontaine Staging?
Required inputs include Stage.
What is the evidence behind the Fontaine Staging?
The Fontaine Staging page cites Fontaine R et al. Helv Chir Acta 1954;21:499-533.
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