Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition in which plaque builds up in the arteries. Plaque is made of cholesterol, fat, calcium, and fibrous tissues. When plaque builds up in the arteries, ...

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Peripheral artery disease is a condition in which there is narrowing of the lumen of blood vessels that supply blood to the extremities (arteries), usually to the legs. For every body part to function ...

The lateral femoral circumflex artery supplies oxygenated blood to the anterior (front) and middle portions of the thigh muscles. It typically branches off from the deep femoral artery, although in a ...

Dr. Thoralf Sundt answers the question: 'Bypass -- Vessels From Legs Or Chest?' — -- Question: How does a surgeon decide whether to use veins from the legs or arteries from the chest to do bypass ...

Although clogged coronary arteries get most of the publicity, leg arteries can also become blocked, leading to muscle pain and cramping and, occasionally, more serious problems. The condition is known ...

Paul g. donohue M.D. DEAR DR. DONOHUE: What can you tell me about peripheral artery disease in my legs? How about the ballooning of those clogged arteries? Where is a good place to go for that ...

PAD also known as leg attack is a condition in which plaque builds up in the arteries that carry blood to the head, organs, and limbs. Tobacco use is a leading cause of preventable illnesses. It is ...