Peripheral arterial disease of the legs
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Peripheral arterial disease of the legs
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) of the legs is hardening and narrowing of the arteries (atherosclerosis) that supply oxygen-rich blood to the legs. It results in reduced blood flow to the lower body, which "starves" the muscles and other tissues.
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| Primary Medical Reviewer | Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine |
| Primary Medical Reviewer | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | David A. Szalay, MD - Vascular Surgery |
| Last Updated | November 3, 2005 |
| Last updated: | November 03, 2005 |
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| Reviewed By: | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine, David A. Szalay, MD - Vascular Surgery |
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