Because Joe Greene suffered from heart disease, it also meant he could be a candidate to develop peripheral arterial disease, a blockage of the arteries supplying blood to the arms and legs. Battling ...

More than 75% of patients facing amputation from the most severe form of peripheral artery disease were able to keep their limb after an innovative treatment as part of a multicenter study published ...

A leg bypass surgery may be necessary if fatty deposits have clogged a blood vessel, impeding blood flow through the leg. During this surgery, doctors will create a new pathway for blood to travel. If ...

Cardiologists reveal the unexpected symptoms of clogged arteries and underlying heart disease that you should know about. The ...

Cardiovascular diseases remain one of the leading causes of illness and mortality worldwide. When heart-related symptoms arise, such as chest pain, shortness of breath, or unexplained fatigue, medical ...

Both the angiogram and angioplasty are useful tools when diagnosing and treating blockages and other heart issues. Both procedures are performed on an outpatient basis and are minimally invasive. If ...

A new statement from leading heart and blood vessel experts in Europe is providing clinical guidance for treatments to prevent blood clots in patients with a serious condition called chronic ...