Peripheral artery disease

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4 Critical Tips for Preventing Vascular Disease

September 8, 2017

Check out these four simple vascular disease prevention tips and learn how you can keep your blood vessels healthy. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, Atherosclerosis, deep vein thrombosis, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, Peripheral artery disease, pulmonary embolism, stroke, Vascular disease
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Vascular Surgery Treatments for Clogged Blood Vessels

August 21, 2017

Did you know that clogged blood vessels can happen anywhere in your body? Learn about vascular surgery treatment options for clogged blood vessels. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: angioplasty, Atherosclerosis, Bypass surgery, catheter, high blood pressure, Peripheral artery disease, stroke
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6 Major Risk Factors for Peripheral Artery Disease

February 9, 2017

Learn about six major risk factors for peripheral artery disease (PAD) and what you can do to lower your risk. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: cardiovascular health, Peripheral artery disease, risk factors for PAD
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Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment: What’s Right for Me?

February 7, 2017

Peripheral artery disease happens when the arteries in your legs become narrow, usually because of atherosclerosis, which can restrict blood flow. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: cardiovascular health, leg pain, Peripheral artery disease, treatment for peripheral artery disease
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Why Are My Hands and Feet Always Cold?

August 16, 2016

Circulation problems may be the culprit of your cold hands and feet. If you're always cold, learn why and what you can do to warm up. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: Buerger's disease, cold hands and feet, Peripheral artery disease, Raynaud's disease
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Get the Facts About Angioplasty

November 5, 2015

Angioplasty or percutaneous coronary intervention, is a common procedure that doctors use to treat blocked arteries. Learn about the procedure. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: angioplasty, Atherosclerosis, Carotid artery disease, catheter, Peripheral artery disease
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What Is Vascular Disease? Facts You Need to Know

September 8, 2015

Learn about vascular disease and how to keep your blood vessels healthy. Discover if you're at risk and how to keep your risks low. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, angioplasty, Atherosclerosis, Carotid artery disease, echocardiogram, Peripheral artery disease, Vascular disease
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Vascular Screening: A Check-Up for Your Blood Vessels

April 30, 2015

Not all vascular conditions have symptoms, so it's a good idea to be sure that your blood vessels are healthy. Learn more. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, abdominal ultrasound, abi, ankle-brachial index, cardiovascular disease, Carotid artery disease, carotid artery stenosis, carotid artery ultrasound, diabetes, high blood pressure, pad, Peripheral artery disease, Vascular disease