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Who is affected by peripheral arterial disease of the legs

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By Robin Parks, MS

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About 1 out of 5 adults over 55 have peripheral arterial disease (PAD) with symptoms.1 People who have the disease in one part of the body are likely to have it in other places, including the legs.

The risk for PAD increases with age. People who smoke or have diabetes are at a significantly higher risk for developing the disease.

References

Citations

  1. Cassar K, Bachoo P (2006). Peripheral arterial disease, search date December 2005. Online version of Clinical Evidence (15).

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Author Robin Parks, MS
Editor Kathleen M. Ariss, MS
Associate Editor Pat Truman, MATC
Primary Medical Reviewer Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer David A. Szalay, MD - Vascular Surgery
Last Updated October 30, 2007
Author:Robin Parks, MS
Medical Review:Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal MedicineDavid A. Szalay, MD - Vascular Surgery
Last Updated: 10/30/2007
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