Peripheral vascular disease

Peripheral vascular disease Peripheral vascular disease is a type of atherosclerosis, a hardening and narrowing of the arteries that supply blood to the arms and legs. In most cases, it affects the legs. When the problem becomes severe, leg pain develops. Leg bypass surgery or even amputation may become necessary.

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