Common physical examination findings of Buerger’s disease include pallor, edema, swelling, ulceration and gangrene of the distal extremities.

Physical examination of patients with Buerger’s disease is usually remarkable for pallor, edema, swelling, ulceration and gangrene of the distal extremities.

• Patients with Buerger’s disease usually appear distressed and in pain.

• Low-grade fever may be present and indicates a superimposed infection

• Pallor
• Rubor
• Cyanosis
• Dark discoloration
• Ulceration
• Edema
• Phlebitis

• Pulmonary examination of patients is usually consistent with a smoker’s lung and is not directly affected by Buerger’s disease

• Tender nodules along the veins may be felt and may indicate phlebitis
• Pallor
• Rubor
• Cyanosis
• Dark discoloration
• Ulceration
• Edema
• Pedal pulses may or may not be intact bilaterally