Question 1

what are the tests for peripheral vascular disease?

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Begin with: Ankle brachial indices or segmental pressures to see if there is a problem. If these are positive cta of aorta and leg vessels should be performed. Conventional angiography used less often for diagnosis nowadays.  See radiologyinfo.Org.

Question 2

what is peripheral vascular occlusive disease with claudication? is it serious?

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PVD: PVD - is where the peripheral blood vessels typically the arteries are diseased and start narrowing- this result in decreased blood flow to the leg. Claudication refers to pain that results from walking and is due in part to build up of lactic acid (as not enough blood with oxygen can reach the tissues) that causes cramping and pain in the extremity, rest improves this. Yes get this checked.

Question 3

what is peripheral vascular disease?

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Extremity disease: Peripheral artery disease refers to blood vessel disease which occurs outside the central core of the body, usually in the legs or arms, though erectile dysfunction is in fact also a form of peripheral artery disease. The symptoms of peripheral vascular disease vary based on the location and vessel affected.

Question 4

what causes peripheral vascular disease?

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Peripheral vascular: Peripheral vascular can refer to peripheral artery disease (PAD) or peripheral venous disease. PAD can be caused by aging, smoking, high lipids / cholesterol, and genetics among other things. Being elderly, smoking, and diabetes are biggest risk factors. Venous disease is typically genetic (inherited venous insufficiency), but can also be caused by blood clots &amp; trauma to the veins.

Question 5

what is defined as peripheral vascular disease?

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PVD: Peripheral vascular disease may be manifest in the lymphatic system (ie: edema)
in the venous system ( ie: venous stasis )
in the arterial sytem ( ie: claudication).

Question 6

what the heck is peripheral vascular disease really?

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Blockage of arteries: Plaque consisting of cholesterol, fats, and calcium may build up inside of the arteries, usually those providing flow to the legs but also the kidneys, intestine of brain (carotid arteries).  This is most common in people with diabetes, abnormal cholesterol, hypertension, and a history of smoking.  These blockages can often be treated through a catheter with plaque removal or stents.

Question 7

which type of doctor specializes in peripheral vascular diseases?

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Vascular Surgeon: Don't let the name scare you...Vascular surgeons (unlike cardiologists and radiologists) are trained in all aspects of PVD management (not just surgery)

go to vascularweb.Org and search for a board-certified vascular surgeon near you.

Question 8

what type of doctor specializes in treating  peripheral vascular diseases?

Accepted Answer

Interventionalist !: In addition to vascular surgeons, an interventional cardiologist  or interventional radiologist  may be able to handle it.

Question 9

can you die from peripheral vascular disease?

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Yes you can: Peripheral vascular disease and cardiovascular disease are the number one killer. They kill by cardiovascular events; such as stroke, heart attack, sudden death, limb loss, organ failure, hemorrhage or bleeding out. Often no warning to the patient or doc, before a vascular event. Patients and doctors have to work as a team to diagnose and treat before event occurs.

Question 10

define for me what peripheral vascular disease is?

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Hardening: Of the arteries leading to decreased blood flow to the extremities.

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