what is pad in cardiac
Peripheral artery disease, or PAD, affects 8 million Americansâand many donât know they have it. But PAD is a very serious condition that has also been linked to heart attack and stroke if itâs not treated. If you have PAD, blood flow to the arms, legs, kidneys and other vital organs can be limited. Without enough oxygen-rich blood, nerves and tissues in these areas can be injured. Thatâs why, if you have PAD in your legs, it can make walking very difficult; you might have painful cramping or numbness.