Spotlight on Risk Groups: Who Should Consider PAD Screening with Vascular Dopplers?
Peripheral artery disease Peripheral artery disease or PAD is caused by plaque buildup in blood vessels, reducing blood flow to the limbs. Common symptoms include leg pain, cramping, heaviness, coldness in one foot, and slow toenail growth. High-risk Groups PAD risk factors include diabetes, obesity, age over 55 years, smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, […]
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