Vascular surgeons treat blood-vessel conditions (other than the heart) — blocked arteries, varicose veins, aneurysms and clots.
Narrowed leg arteries from fatty build-up, causing pain on walking and, if severe, non-healing wounds. It also signals higher heart and stroke risk, so it is managed seriously.
Usually they are a cosmetic and comfort issue, but they can cause skin changes or ulcers over time. A vascular surgeon advises when treatment helps.
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