Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) affects over 200 million people worldwide, yet it often goes underdiagnosed. Caused by atherosclerotic plaque buildup, PAD reduces blood flow in the arteries, especially to the lower extremities. Common symptoms include claudication, rest pain, ulcers, and, at its worst, critical limb ischemia (CLI). PAD also signals a broader cardiovascular threat, increasing the risk of MI and stroke by up to 6x. Diagnosis relies on simple non-invasive and imaging tools like ABI, CT, MRI, and ultrasound.
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Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) affects over 200 million people worldwide, yet it often goes underdiagnosed.
Caused by atherosclerotic plaque buildup, PAD reduces blood flow in the arteries, especially to the lower extremities.
Common symptoms include claudication, rest pain, ulcers, and, at its worst, critical limb ischemia (CLI).
PAD also signals a broader cardiovascular threat, increasing the risk of MI and stroke by up to 6x.
Diagnosis relies on simple non-invasive and imaging tools like ABI, CT, MRI, and ultrasound.
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At CardioVisual, we simplify complex cardiometabolic information into engaging, visual content for clinicians and patients alike, empowering better care through education.
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