Peripheral Arterial Occlusive Disease

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    Mike Murray
    Last Updated: October 13, 2024

    PAOD is the symptomatic form of peripheral arterial disease. Specifically, there is a painful cramping sensation in the affected limb, which is usually brought on by movement and relieved with rest. In severe cases, there can be pain at rest.

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    Peripheral Arterial Occlusive Disease falls under the Cardiovascular Health category.

    214 participants in 2 trials and 1 meta-analysis

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    Examine Database References

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    3. Intermittent Claudication Symptoms - Peters H, Kieser M, Hölscher UDemonstration of the efficacy of ginkgo biloba special extract EGb 761 on intermittent claudication--a placebo-controlled, double-blind multicenter trialVasa.(1998 May)