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Causes and Risk Factors

Peripheral artery disease is caused by the build up of deposits (called plaque) in the arteries that supply blood to the limbs (usually the legs and feet). This condition is called atherosclerosis or "hardening of the arteries."

There are a number of risk factors for developing PAD. Some of these factors can be controlled (called modifiable risk factors) and some cannot (called unmodifiable risk factors).

PAD risk factors that can be controlled or managed incl...Read the full article