multivessel disease
Atherosclerotic disease involving multiple arterial territories or vessel segments, requiring comprehensive treatment planning.
Full Definition
Multivessel disease refers to atherosclerotic involvement of multiple arterial territories, vessel segments, or organ systems requiring comprehensive evaluation and treatment planning. This condition commonly affects patients with advanced cardiovascular disease and may involve combinations of coronary, cerebrovascular, peripheral, renal, or mesenteric arterial beds. The presence of multivessel disease influences treatment strategies, procedural timing, and overall prognosis. Comprehensive imaging assessment helps identify all affected territories, prioritize interventions based on symptom severity and anatomical complexity, and coordinate multidisciplinary care approaches.
Usage
Usage note: Specify which arterial territories are involved when describing multivessel disease.
In Context
- "The patient's multivessel disease required staged interventions across multiple arterial territories." — Treatment planning conference
- "Comprehensive imaging revealed multivessel disease affecting coronary, carotid, and peripheral circulations." — Diagnostic workup summary