by Premier Vascular & Vein Center Staff | Oct 1, 2021 | News
About 6.5 million American adults age 40 and older suffer from PAD or Peripheral Arterial Disease. When left untreated, PAD can lead to more serious health issues such as stroke and heart attack.. This month is PAD Awareness month. Learn about the signs and symptoms...
by Premier Vascular & Vein Center Staff | Aug 12, 2021 | News
Vascular diseases like peripheral arterial disease (PAD) often go undiagnosed. Our skilled vascular and vein team at Premier Surgical Vascular and Vein Center in Knoxville, TN, wants you to understand that untreated PAD can be dangerous. It can lead to coronary artery...
by Premier Vascular & Vein Center Staff | Apr 16, 2021 | News
Over 50 percent of Americans have one of their limbs amputated as a result of peripheral arterial disease (PAD). Caused by atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries as a result of fatty deposits build up), PAD causes a reduction of blood flow into the lower...
