Peripheral Vascular Diseases

Peripheral vascular disease happens when a substance made up of fat and cholesterol, called plaque, builds up on the walls of the arteries that supply blood to the arms and legs. This plaque causes the arteries to narrow or become blocked, reducing or stopping blood flow, usually to the legs, causing them to hurt or feel numb.

Follow the links below to find information about peripheral vascular diseases, including Raynaud's Disease.

Reviewed January 2012

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Raynaud's Phenomenon

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Links to information about Raynaud´s Phenomenon (or Raynaud´s Disease).

Systematic Reviews of Treatments for Peripheral Vascular Disease

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Links to systematic reviews of the evidence for the effectiveness of treatments for peripheral vascular diseases.

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Title:   Diabetes - foot care
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Diabetes affects the feet in two ways. It can reduce blood circulation and also damage the nerves to the feet. Good foot care can help people with diabetes to avoid foot problems. Take care of your feet, get regular check-ups from your doctor or podiatrist and act quickly if you have a problem.
Date:   Oct 2011
Title:   Living with Vascular Disease
Publisher:   HealthInsite Topic Page
Description:   Links to information about living with vascular disease, including dietary advice and support services.
Date:   Oct 2011
Title:   Henoch-Schonlein purpura
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Henoch-Schonlein purpura (HSP) is a short-term inflammation of certain blood vessels. Another name for Henoch-Schonlein purpura is anaphylactoid purpura. Symptoms include a purple spotted skin rash, abdominal pain and diarrhoea. The cause is unknown, but HSP tends to develop after an upper respiratory tract infection or a bout of hay fever. Children and adults usually make a full recovery, but in extreme cases, the kidneys can be damaged.
Date:   Jun 2011
Title:   Cardiovascular disease
Publisher:   Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute
Description:   Cardiovascular disease refers to a class of diseases that involve the heart and/or blood vessels (e.g. arteries). It is commonly related to atherosclerosis, a process whereby fatty deposits (plaques) form in your arteries, causing them to narrow and possibly block completely.
Date:   Jun 2011
Title:   Follow-up of peripheral stent
Publisher:   Department of Health Western Australia
Description:   Surveillance imaging algorithm for follow-up of patients with peripheral stent.
Date:   Sep 2010
Title:   Acute ischaemic leg
Publisher:   Department of Health Western Australia
Description:   Diagnostic imaging algorithm for patients with a suspected acute ischaemic leg.
Date:   Aug 2010
Title:   Peripheral arterial disease (Arteriosclerosis)
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   Information on the symptoms, treatment and diagnosis of peripheral arterial disease or arteriosclerosis by professional health specialists.
Date:   Feb 2010
Title:   Leg ache - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   One of the more serious causes of leg pain is intermittent claudication. Find out more about this condition.
Date:   Feb 2009
Title:   Preventing foot ulcers
Publisher:   Australian Prescriber
Description:   Foot ulceration is an unfortunate complication of a number of chronic diseases, especially diabetes mellitus. Patients with peripheral neuropathy, foot deformity or peripheral vascular disease have an increased risk of developing foot ulcers.
Date:   Aug 2008
Title:   Henoch-Schonlein purpura
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   Information on the symptoms, treatment and diagnosis of Henoch-Schonlein purpura by professional health specialists.
Date:   Feb 2008
Title:   Peripheral vascular disease
Publisher:   Department of Health Western Australia
Description:   Diagnostic imaging algorithm for patients with suspected peripheral vascular disease.
Date:   Jun 2007
Title:   Looking after your legs
Publisher:   Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
Description:   Advice on how to avoid congestion in your legs, with practical tips to help prevent potential circulatory problems.
Date:   Sep 2001

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