Why people with Diabetes are more likely to develop Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD)?

Mr Joseph Shalhoub, Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon explains what healthcare professionals mean when they use the term 'Rest Pain' with Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD or narrowing of the arteries). He explains it happens due an inadequate supply of blood to the feet. He goes on to explain that people with Diabetes may not experience this as the nerves have been damaged.

In this short video, Mr Shalhoub talks about how often foot checks should be done for people with diabetes and peripheral vascular disease.

What is peripheral vascular disease? Peripheral vascular disease describes the narrowing and hardening of the arteries (which are vessels that take blood from the heart to the tissues) w

Mr Joseph Shalhoub, Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon explains what Peripheral Arterial Disease is. He adds more detail on the pattern of PAD in people with diabetes.

Mr Joseph Shalhoub talks about how people with PAD and Diabetes may have similar narrowing of arteries which supply other parts of the body. You and your Healthcare providers should be aware of possible problems with blood supply to the heart, kidneys and brain to prevent complications.

Mr Joseph Shalhoub, Consultant Vascular and Endovascular Surgeon talks about Peripheral Arterial Disease and the long term outcome. He's clear that if Diabetes and blood sugars are not well controlled then the risk of complications from PAD are greater. Specifically be discusses ulcers, infection and amputation of toes or even the foot.