Overview
Peripheral artery disease causes leg pain on walking and, in severe cases, ulcers and gangrene. Treatment improves symptoms and lowers the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Who it may help
- People with leg pain when walking
- People with non-healing foot wounds
- People with diabetes and poor leg circulation
- People with cold, pale feet
Treatment options
Options include stopping smoking, supervised walking exercise, medicines to prevent clots and lower cholesterol, angioplasty and stenting, and bypass surgery.
What to expect
Tests include ankle-brachial index, Doppler ultrasound and angiography. Your team agrees a plan to protect your legs and heart.
At KIH
KIH's vascular surgery and cardiology teams assess and treat peripheral artery disease.
This information is for general education. Your doctor will explain whether this treatment is suitable for you, and its benefits and risks. For a medical emergency, call +92-51-8446666 or go to the nearest emergency department.
