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
2
Q
where can PVD occur?
A
- arteries
- veins
3
Q
who is at increased risk of pvd?
A
- increase age
- smoking
- hypertension
- little physical exercise
