Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)

Learn how peripheral artery disease (PAD) occurs, and who is at risk for developing it.

Learn how parts of your treatment plan help you meet your treatment goals.

Learn strategies that will help you manage your PAD symptoms and prevent long-term complications.

Peripheral artery disease is a form of atherosclerosis, the buildup of fatty deposits and other substances in the arteries. Atherosclerosis narrows and blocks arteries throughout the body, including in the heart, brain, arms, legs, pelvis and kidneys. © AHA

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a blood clot in the vein. Learn about the causes, how it is diagnoses, treatments, and how it can be prevented. © AHA

Venous thromboembolism (VTE) can affect men and women of all ages, races and ethnicities. People most at risk have extended hospital stays; are not moving for long periods because of bed rest or long-duration travel; and have had hip-, knee- or cancer-related surgeries. © AHA

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