Common arterial disease conditions

Read more information about common types of arterial conditions we treat at the Naples Cardiac & Endovascular Center.

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Aneurysm
Aneurysm

Refers to an abnormal enlargement of a blood vessel, usually as a result of the atherosclerotic process.

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Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis

Refers to plaque build-up in your arterial circulation. This can affect any artery in the human body, but commonly involves the arteries of the lower extremities.

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Claudication
Claudication

Refers to leg symptoms that occur when your legs have reduced blood supply. Symptoms usually occur with activity, such as walking and climbing stairs.

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Critical Limb Ischemia
Critical Limb Ischemia

Refers to severe or total reduction of the blood supply to your lower extremities. This can cause symptoms at rest. Additionally, skin changes or skin ulceration may occur.

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Gangrene
Gangrene

Refers to dead or dying tissue as a result of severely or totally reduced blood flow to the lower extremities.

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Peripheral Arterial Disease
Peripheral Arterial Disease

A disease of the arteries that carry blood from the heart down to the leg and foot.

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