Although both the conditions of PVD and PAD may be similar there are some major differences between the two.
Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is a broad term that refers to any condition that affects the blood vessels outside of the heart, which includes arteries, veins, and lymphatic vessels. PVD reduces blood flow to the legs, feet, and arms.
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) is a condition in which the arteries in the legs are narrowed causing decreased blood flow. This condition is common and may cause the extremities of the body pain.
Peripheral artery disease is often caused by a buildup of fatty deposits (plaques) on artery walls. This process is called atherosclerosis. This affects arteries throughout the body. When it occurs in the arteries supplying blood to the limbs, it causes peripheral artery disease.
While many people who have PAD have little to no symptoms. Some may have pain within the legs while walking.
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