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Fontaine Classification (PAD Severity) Calculator
Fontaine Classification (PAD Severity): Explanation and Clinical Context The Fontaine Classification is a widely used system to assess the severity of peripheral artery disease (PAD) based on clinical presentation of the lower extremities. It stratifies patients into four stages: Stage I (Asymptomatic): Patients have arterial narrowing without symptoms; often detected via ABI or imaging. Stage II (Intermittent Claudi