Understanding Vascular Diseases in the Legs: An Insight by Dr. Sumit Kapadia Vascular diseases in the legs are a significant health concern in India, often linked to lifestyle factors and genetic predispositions. Dr Sumit Kapadia, a distinguished vascular surgeon, provides insights into these conditions, highlighting their causes, symptoms, and treatment options.
Brief Overview of Vascular Diseases: Vascular diseases in the legs, including Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI), and Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), affect blood circulation, leading to symptoms like pain, swelling, and in severe cases, tissue damage.
Causes and Risk Factors: Key factors contributing to these diseases are unhealthy lifestyle choices, such as smoking and poor diet, medical conditions like hypertension and diabetes, and genetic predispositions. Age and gender also play roles in the prevalence of certain vascular diseases.