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Prevention and Early Detection
Peripheral Vascular Disease Risk Factors
| There are a number of risk factors associated with peripheral vascular disease. Some risk factors are controllable, while others are not. |
As with most diseases of the heart and vascular system, certain risk factors can determine the likelihood that an individual will develop complications.
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Controllable Risk Factors
- Smoking
- High Cholesterol
- High Blood Pressure
- Diabetes
- Physical Inactivity
Find out how you can decrease your risk of developing PVD and other serious health problems.
Uncontrollable Risk Factors
- Age (risk significantly increases after 50)
- Family history of peripheral vascular disease
