PVD Flashcards

1
Q

what is PVD?

A

peripheral vascular disease is a blood circulation disorder that causes the blood vessels outside of your heart and brain to narrow, block or spasm

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Q

where can PVD occur?

A
  • arteries

- veins

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Q

who is at increased risk of pvd?

A
  • increase age
  • smoking
  • hypertension
  • little physical exercise
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