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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Vascular disease | |||
| image = [[File:Vein_art_rotating.gif|alt=Animation of blood flow in veins]] | |||
| caption = Animation of blood flow in veins | |||
| field = [[Vascular surgery]], [[Cardiology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Pain]], [[swelling]], [[numbness]], [[fatigue]] | |||
| complications = [[Stroke]], [[heart attack]], [[gangrene]] | |||
| onset = Varies by condition | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| types = [[Atherosclerosis]], [[aneurysm]], [[peripheral artery disease]], [[venous insufficiency]] | |||
| causes = [[Genetics]], [[lifestyle factors]], [[smoking]], [[high blood pressure]], [[diabetes]] | |||
| risks = [[Age]], [[family history]], [[obesity]], [[sedentary lifestyle]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[imaging tests]], [[blood tests]] | |||
| treatment = [[Lifestyle changes]], [[medication]], [[surgery]] | |||
| medication = [[Antihypertensives]], [[statins]], [[anticoagulants]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies by condition and treatment | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
{{Short description|Diseases of the blood vessels}} | {{Short description|Diseases of the blood vessels}} | ||
[[File:Erythromelalgia.jpg|left|thumb|Erythromelalgia affecting the feet]] | |||
[[File:Erythromelalgia.jpg|thumb|Erythromelalgia affecting the feet]] | [[File:2104 Three Major Capillary Types.jpg|left|thumb|Diagram of the three major capillary types]] | ||
[[File:2104 Three Major Capillary Types.jpg|thumb|Diagram of the three major capillary types]] | [[File:Arterial ulcer peripheral vascular disease.jpg|left|thumb|Arterial ulcer due to peripheral vascular disease]] | ||
[[File:Arterial ulcer peripheral vascular disease.jpg|thumb|Arterial ulcer due to peripheral vascular disease]] | |||
'''Vascular disease''' is a class of diseases of the [[blood vessel]]s, the [[artery|arteries]] and [[vein]]s of the circulatory system. It is a subgroup of [[cardiovascular disease]]. | '''Vascular disease''' is a class of diseases of the [[blood vessel]]s, the [[artery|arteries]] and [[vein]]s of the circulatory system. It is a subgroup of [[cardiovascular disease]]. | ||
==Types== | ==Types== | ||
Vascular diseases can be broadly categorized into several types: | Vascular diseases can be broadly categorized into several types: | ||
===Arterial diseases=== | ===Arterial diseases=== | ||
* '''[[Atherosclerosis]]''': A condition where the arteries become narrowed and hardened due to a buildup of plaque around the artery wall. | * '''[[Atherosclerosis]]''': A condition where the arteries become narrowed and hardened due to a buildup of plaque around the artery wall. | ||
* '''[[Peripheral artery disease]] (PAD)''': A common circulatory problem in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the limbs. | * '''[[Peripheral artery disease]] (PAD)''': A common circulatory problem in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the limbs. | ||
* '''[[Aneurysm]]''': An abnormal bulge or "ballooning" in the wall of an artery. | * '''[[Aneurysm]]''': An abnormal bulge or "ballooning" in the wall of an artery. | ||
===Venous diseases=== | ===Venous diseases=== | ||
* '''[[Deep vein thrombosis]] (DVT)''': A condition where a blood clot forms in a deep vein, usually in the legs. | * '''[[Deep vein thrombosis]] (DVT)''': A condition where a blood clot forms in a deep vein, usually in the legs. | ||
* '''[[Varicose veins]]''': Enlarged, swollen, and twisting veins, often appearing blue or dark purple. | * '''[[Varicose veins]]''': Enlarged, swollen, and twisting veins, often appearing blue or dark purple. | ||
* '''[[Chronic venous insufficiency]]''': A condition that occurs when the venous wall and/or valves in the leg veins are not working effectively, making it difficult for blood to return to the heart from the legs. | * '''[[Chronic venous insufficiency]]''': A condition that occurs when the venous wall and/or valves in the leg veins are not working effectively, making it difficult for blood to return to the heart from the legs. | ||
===Capillary diseases=== | ===Capillary diseases=== | ||
* '''[[Erythromelalgia]]''': A rare condition characterized by episodes of burning pain, warmth, and redness in the extremities. | * '''[[Erythromelalgia]]''': A rare condition characterized by episodes of burning pain, warmth, and redness in the extremities. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Vascular diseases can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | Vascular diseases can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | ||
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* [[Hypertension]] | * [[Hypertension]] | ||
* [[Diabetes mellitus|Diabetes]] | * [[Diabetes mellitus|Diabetes]] | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
Symptoms of vascular disease vary depending on the specific condition but may include: | Symptoms of vascular disease vary depending on the specific condition but may include: | ||
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* Changes in skin color or temperature | * Changes in skin color or temperature | ||
* Non-healing wounds or ulcers | * Non-healing wounds or ulcers | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Diagnosis of vascular disease typically involves: | Diagnosis of vascular disease typically involves: | ||
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* [[Angiography]] | * [[Angiography]] | ||
* [[Blood tests]] | * [[Blood tests]] | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment options depend on the type and severity of the disease and may include: | Treatment options depend on the type and severity of the disease and may include: | ||
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* [[Medication]] | * [[Medication]] | ||
* [[Surgery]] or [[angioplasty]] | * [[Surgery]] or [[angioplasty]] | ||
==Prevention== | ==Prevention== | ||
Preventive measures include: | Preventive measures include: | ||
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* [[Healthy diet]] | * [[Healthy diet]] | ||
* Avoiding [[tobacco]] use | * Avoiding [[tobacco]] use | ||
==See also== | |||
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* [[Cardiovascular disease]] | * [[Cardiovascular disease]] | ||
* [[Hypertension]] | * [[Hypertension]] | ||
* [[Stroke]] | * [[Stroke]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
* "Vascular Disease." National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. [https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/vascular-disease] | * "Vascular Disease." National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. [https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/vascular-disease] | ||
* "Peripheral Artery Disease." Mayo Clinic. [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/peripheral-artery-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20350557] | * "Peripheral Artery Disease." Mayo Clinic. [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/peripheral-artery-disease/symptoms-causes/syc-20350557] | ||
[[Category:Vascular diseases]] | [[Category:Vascular diseases]] | ||
{{circulatory system}} | {{circulatory system}} | ||
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| Vascular disease | |
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| Animation of blood flow in veins | |
| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Pain, swelling, numbness, fatigue |
| Complications | Stroke, heart attack, gangrene |
| Onset | Varies by condition |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | Atherosclerosis, aneurysm, peripheral artery disease, venous insufficiency |
| Causes | Genetics, lifestyle factors, smoking, high blood pressure, diabetes |
| Risks | Age, family history, obesity, sedentary lifestyle |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, imaging tests, blood tests |
| Differential diagnosis | N/A |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Lifestyle changes, medication, surgery |
| Medication | Antihypertensives, statins, anticoagulants |
| Prognosis | Varies by condition and treatment |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Diseases of the blood vessels
Vascular disease is a class of diseases of the blood vessels, the arteries and veins of the circulatory system. It is a subgroup of cardiovascular disease.
Types
Vascular diseases can be broadly categorized into several types:
Arterial diseases
- Atherosclerosis: A condition where the arteries become narrowed and hardened due to a buildup of plaque around the artery wall.
- Peripheral artery disease (PAD): A common circulatory problem in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the limbs.
- Aneurysm: An abnormal bulge or "ballooning" in the wall of an artery.
Venous diseases
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT): A condition where a blood clot forms in a deep vein, usually in the legs.
- Varicose veins: Enlarged, swollen, and twisting veins, often appearing blue or dark purple.
- Chronic venous insufficiency: A condition that occurs when the venous wall and/or valves in the leg veins are not working effectively, making it difficult for blood to return to the heart from the legs.
Capillary diseases
- Erythromelalgia: A rare condition characterized by episodes of burning pain, warmth, and redness in the extremities.
Causes
Vascular diseases can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
Symptoms
Symptoms of vascular disease vary depending on the specific condition but may include:
- Pain or cramping in the legs
- Swelling in the legs or arms
- Changes in skin color or temperature
- Non-healing wounds or ulcers
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of vascular disease typically involves:
Treatment
Treatment options depend on the type and severity of the disease and may include:
Prevention
Preventive measures include:
- Maintaining a healthy lifestyle
- Regular exercise
- Healthy diet
- Avoiding tobacco use
See also
References
- "Vascular Disease." National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. [1]
- "Peripheral Artery Disease." Mayo Clinic. [2]
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