Overview

Peripheral Arterial Disease

Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) is caused by a process called atherosclerosis, which is defined as a build-up of plaque inside arteries. The plaque build-up causes the arteries to narrow and reduces the blood flow to the legs. PAD affects approximately 8 to 10 million Americans.

Risk factors for peripheral arterial disease include:

• Age of 50 or over

• Tobacco users

• Diabetics

• Obesity or high fat diet

• Lack of exercise or sedentary living

• High blood pressure

• High cholesterol

• High triglycerides

• History of heart disease such as coronary artery disease (CAD)

• Family history of heart or vascular disease

Download "Life Saving Tips About Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)" from the Peripheral Vascular Diease Coaltion. (PDF 234 KB)

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