This is a rare form of inflammation or clotting of the arteries and veins. Sometimes Buerger's disease is called arteritis. It mostly affects the outer limbs, i.e. the hands and feet, and typically occurs in young men who smoke. People who have been diagnosed with Buerger's disease and who continue to smoke face complications such as ulceration and gangrene, which may lead to amputation of the affected limb.
| Mild | Non-smoker for at least 2years , mild symptoms, no severe ischaemia or amputations |
| Moderate | Smoker , non-severe ischaemia or amputations |
| Severe | Smoker , symptoms limit activities or severe ischaemia or previous amputation |
What information should my client provide?
Your customer should complete the Arthritis and other joints fast-track questionnaire
Facts
Men are more commonly affected than women and the typical age of onset is 40 to 45 years.
Source: http://vasculitis-ia.org/buergers-disease
Likely Underwriting Acceptance:
| Life Cover | Specified Illness Cover | Income Protection | |
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| Mild |
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| Moderate |
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| Severe |
Decline
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Decline
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Decline |
Please note that likely acceptance terms are indicative only and cases are subject to full underwriting.
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