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Arterial insufficiency - Overview

Definition of Arterial insufficiency:

Arterial insufficiency is a lack of enough blood flow through the arteries.

See also: Venous insufficiency

Causes, incidence, and risk factors:

One of the most common causes of arterial insufficiency is atherosclerotic disease.

  • Reviewed last on: 10/22/2007
  • Larry A. Weinrauch, M.D. Assistant Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, and private practice specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, Watertown, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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