Peripheral arterial disease (patient information)

Peripheral arterial disease
Overview
What are the symptoms?
What are the causes?
Who is at highest risk?
Diagnosis
When to seek urgent medical care?
Treatment options
Where to find medical care for Peripheral arterial disease?
Prevention
What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?
Possible complications
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Overview

Peripheral artery disease is a condition of the blood vessels that leads to narrowing and hardening of the arteries that supply the legs and feet.

The narrowing of the blood vessels leads to decreased blood flow, which can injure nerves and other tissues.