Peripheral Vascular Interventions

What it is

Just as arteries in the heart can get blocked, so can the arteries in your legs and
arms. This is called Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD). A peripheral intervention uses catheters, balloons, and sometimes stents to open these blockages and restore blood flow to your limbs.

Benefits :

Reduces leg pain or cramping when walking.
Helps heal sores or ulcers on the feet that won't go away.

Frequently Asked Questions :

No, it is a "minimally invasive" procedure. Instead of large incisions, the doctor works through a tiny puncture in the skin
It improves blood flow significantly, but you must still manage the underlying cause through exercise, diet, and medications (like cholesterol and blood
pressure pills).