Delphi study

Development of a rehabilitation programme for individuals with chronic limb threatening ischaemia post revascularisation (HOPE): a modified Delphi study

February 23, 2026

Introduction Peripheral artery disease (PAD) affects over 236 million globally,1 equating to approximately 20% of individuals aged over 60 in the UK. Already identified as the leading contributor to vascular service demand within secondary care,2 the prevalence of this condition is projected to increase by 50% by the year 2045.3 The most severe manifestation of…