What is peripheral vascular disease?
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Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is a slow and progressive circulation disorder that can be caused by narrowing, blockage, or spasms in a blood vessel. PVD may affect any blood vessel outside of the heart including the arteries, veins, or lymphatic vessels. Organs supplied by these vessels, such asRead more
Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is a slow and progressive circulation disorder that can be caused by narrowing, blockage, or spasms in a blood vessel. PVD may affect any blood vessel outside of the heart including the arteries, veins, or lymphatic vessels. Organs supplied by these vessels, such as the brain, and legs, may not get enough blood flow for proper function. However, the legs and feet are most commonly affected.
The most common cause of PVD is atherosclerosis, which is the buildup of plaque inside the artery wall. Plaque reduces the amount of blood flow to the limbs and decreases the oxygen and nutrients available to the tissue. Blood clots may form on the artery walls, further decreasing the inner size of the blood vessel and blocking off major arteries.
Other causes of PVD may include injury to the arms or legs, irregular anatomy of muscles or ligaments, infection, etc.
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