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  • Vascular Medicine
  • Atherosclerosis Research

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  • Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a common manifestation of systemic atherosclerosis, frequently underdiagnosed and undertreated.
  • PAD significantly impacts cardiovascular outcomes, irrespective of symptoms like intermittent claudication (IC).
  • Current understanding of PAD is evolving beyond large vessel disease to include microvascular dysfunction.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To emphasize the complex pathophysiology of PAD, including microvascular and cellular changes.
  • To highlight the underutilization of effective treatments like supervised exercise and medical therapy.
  • To advocate for research into novel therapies based on a comprehensive understanding of PAD.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current understanding of PAD pathophysiology.
  • Analysis of the limitations of existing diagnostic and treatment strategies.
  • Synthesis of recent findings on microvascular contributions to PAD.

Main Results:

  • PAD involves more than just large vessel atherosclerosis; microvascular abnormalities are critical.
  • Muscle fibrosis, neuropathy, and cellular dysfunction contribute to PAD complications.
  • Supervised exercise training is effective but its mechanisms and widespread use are limited.

Conclusions:

  • A holistic view of PAD pathophysiology, including microvascular and cellular aspects, is essential.
  • Improved diagnosis and utilization of exercise and medical therapies are needed.
  • Further research is crucial for developing effective PAD treatments.