This is part of our weekly What's Up Doc Series. This episode features Interventional Radiologist Dr. Bret Wiechmann, Florida. If you want to watch the entire episode where Dr. Wiechmann also answers other questions about Peripheral Artery Disease including:

How much pain and bruising is standard following an endovascular procedure to restore blood flow to the legs
What are the risk factors for Peripheral Artery Disease
When should I get a femoral popliteal bypass versus endovascular for blocked knee artery

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If you have questions about Peripheral Artery Disease, go to PADhelp.org or call the Global PAD Association's Leg Saver Hotline at (415) 3207138

Disclaimer: What's Up Doc is a series featuring physicians answering questions about Peripheral Artery Disease and other vascular and cardiovascular issues. Patients also share their individual experiences. Individual results may vary, patient testimonials are not claimed to represent typical results or guarantee that anyone will achieve the same or similar results. The opinions shared are that of the physician and patient and not necessarily shared by or endorsed by the Global PAD Association. This series is for educational purposes only and any advice offered is not a substitute for medical advice from your own supervising physician. Do not act on any information provided in this series without the explicit consent from your healthcare team. Use this information simply as a jumping off point for a more productive and satisfying conversation with your medical service providers. For information on vascular diseases go to www.PADhelp.org.

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