The pathophysiology of intermittent claudication (IC) and the role of pentoxifylline and cilostazol for treating IC are discussed. IC, a result of inadequate blood flow to the musculature, is the ...

The most frequent symptom of mild to moderate PAD is claudication, which is estimated to occur in about a third of patients with PAD in the US. 8 Claudication is defined as cramping, aching, tiredness ...

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Less than half of individuals with peripheral artery disease, which is a narrowing of arteries to the limbs, stomach and head, are treated with appropriate medications and lifestyle counseling. These ...

HOLLYWOOD, FL—Patients who undergo peripheral vascular intervention (PVI) for symptomatic lower-extremity PAD derive long-term benefits, according to 2.5-year data from the LIBERTY 360 trial presented ...

Dear Dr. Gott: My feet and ankles are cold and numb most of the time. Any walking causes cramping of my right calf. My doctor feels this is related to poor circulation and has given me a booklet on ...

HOLLYWOOD, FL—The benefit of peripheral vascular intervention (PVI) varies by baseline risk among patients with symptomatic, lower-extremity peripheral artery disease, according to 6-month data from ...

ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Sign up to receive our biggest stories as soon as they’re published. More than 6.5 million Americans have peripheral artery ...

Sudden calf pain is often the result of a mild pull, strain, or cramp. But there are cases where it can indicate a deeper health concern that might need immediate medical treatment. Share on Pinterest ...

The prevalence of IC is approximately 6% in patients 50-60 years of age and 10-20% in those over 70. [2] The major risk factors are cigarette smoking, hypercholesterolemia, hypertension, and diabetes ...

Less than half of individuals with peripheral artery disease, which is a narrowing of arteries to the limbs, stomach and head, are treated with appropriate medications and lifestyle counseling. These ...