More than 20 million Americans suffer from a condition called peripheral artery disease, also known as PAD. This is a common circulatory problem in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the limbs, leading to potential blockages in the legs.
September is Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Awareness Month. For 37 years, Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) has remained committed to the early diagnosis and treatment of PAD to save limbs and lives. CIS urges our communities to learn more about this dangerous disease—the risk factors, the symptoms, and the treatment options—to allow early detection and improve PAD outcomes. Statistics show that approximately 60% of the amputation procedures performed in the United States could be prevented. With proper diagnosis and treatment, most patients can manage the symptoms of PAD and avoid amputation or heart attacks.