| peripheral vascular disease |
refers to the narrowing or blockage of blood vessels in the limbs.
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| peripheral vascular disease |
An occlusive condition of the blood vessels, (both venous and arterial) due to plaque build up or a blood clot.
Ãâó: www.mctsurgeons.com/glossary.htm
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| peripheral vascular disease |
disease of the vessels which supply the extremities.
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| peripheral vascular disease |
A type of CVD caused by atherosclerosis of the arteries to the limbs, reducing the blood supply and therefore depriving the limb muscles of oxygen.
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| peripheral vascular disease |
Diseases of blood vessels outside the heart and brain. It is often a narrowing of vessels that carry blood to leg and arm muscles, which may cause pain in exercising or walking.
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