Peripheral artery disease - legs
Alternate Names : Peripheral vascular disease, PVD, PAD, Arteriosclerosis obliterans, Blockage of leg arteries, Claudication, Intermittent claudication, Vaso-occlusive disease of the legs, Arterial insufficiency of the legs, Recurrent leg pain and cramping, Calf pain with exercise
References
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Sobel M, Verhaeghe R; American College of Chest Physicians. Antithrombotic therapy for peripheral artery occlusive disease: American College of Chest Physicians Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guidelines (8th Edition). Chest. 2008;133:815S-843S.
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