Peripheral Artery Disease
Also written as PAD.
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is defined as a clini- common symptom is intermittent claudication, which
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- Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is defined as a clini- common symptom is intermittent claudication, which (Harrisons Cardiovascular Medicine 2nd Edition 2)
- \nThe vast majority of cases are found on routine screening of\nasymptomatic patients.\nComplications:\n● Coronary artery disease\npresentation ● Cerebrovascular disease\n● CHF\n● Visual disturbance\n● Renal insufficiency\n● Peripheral artery disease (L14- Hypertension)
- peripheral arTery Disease although many have a slow or impaired gait. (Harrisons Cardiovascular Medicine 2nd Edition 2)
- Stenosis - Results in angina, Peripheral artery disease (popliteal A) and Ischemic bowel disease (abdominal A). (CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE)
Study material on Peripheral Artery Disease
- Harrisons Cardiovascular Medicine 2nd Edition 2
- Weekly Pathology Exam - June 19, 2026 (Section A: MCQs)
Practice questions on Peripheral Artery Disease
Which clinical feature is characteristic of intermittent claudication in peripheral artery disease?
- Chest pain with exertion
- Persistent leg pain at rest
- Pain and cramping in legs during activity that resolves with rest
- Sudden onset leg weakness
Answer: C. ** Intermittent claudication is a classic feature of PAD characterized by pain, cramping, or weakness in the legs during physical activity, which resolves with rest due to inadequate blood flow during exercise.