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Peripheral Vascular Disease Definition
Common names:
  • Circulation Poor
  • Claudication
  • PAD (peripheral artery disease)
  • Peripheral Arterial Disease
  • Peripheral Artery Disease
  • Peripheral Vascular Disease
  • Poor Circulation
  • PVD
  • Vascular Disease Peripheral
A person with peripheral vascular disease has damage to the arteries that supply the legs and feet, due to atherosclerosis. VideosImages

Symptoms occur when the arteries are unable to provide enough oxygen to meet the metabolic demands of the tissues. Symptoms of peripheral vascular disease include leg pain that worsens with activity. In some cases, the feet may be cool to the touch.

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Last Updated: Oct 21, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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