Getting Treated for Peripheral Arterial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)
ABOUT THE TREATMENT:
The patient can do a lot to manage peripheral arterial disease by taking medication, changing diet, and making other lifestyle changes. When those changes aren't enough, the doctor may suggest balloon angioplasty or stenting, Both minimally invasive treatment options.
Here are some of the factors a doctor will consider when discussing treatment options:
- The age, overall health, and medical history
- Cardiovascular condition
- The condition of the peripheral arteries
- The location of the blocked artery
- How easily the blockage can be reached by angioplasty
- The level and severity of blockage in the artery
- The results of a series of related tests and examinations
Under circumstances that involve heart conditions or diseases, a physician may suggest another form of therapy. The Physician will evaluate the condition and recommend suitable options.
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Healthcare Team
Depending on the therapy, the team may consist of interventional cardiologists, vascular surgeons, interventional radiologists, anaesthesiologists, nurse practitioners, and other specialists as needed.
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Surgery: What to Expect
After a physician discovers a blockage in the lower limb, they will also explain what to expect from the procedure and how to prepare for the surgery. what to expect, and how to prepare.
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