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Screening for Cardiovascular Health is Simple

by Southwest CVA Cardiovascular Associates June 30, 2016June 30, 2016
written by Southwest CVA Cardiovascular Associates June 30, 2016June 30, 2016
Dr. Charles Jost

Dr. Charles Jost

Cardiovascular risk screenings are offered for our community, because you matter.

Have you ever wondered if your family history plays a role in your own personal cardiovascular health? Do you experience chest pain or leg pain while walking or while at rest?

—Charles M.T. Jost, MD

Know the Facts, Understand the Risk

Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD/PAD) is a very common condition. This condition occurs when the large- and medium-sized arteries supplying blood to the legs become narrow or clogged, constricting the flow of blood, which occurs when the blood vessels supplying blood to the limbs and other organs of our body are partially or completely blocked due to plaque buildup.

Plaque generally forms out of the substances present in blood, such as fat, cholesterol, calcium and fibrous tissue, and the plaque deposits gradually harden, narrowing down the arteries. This limits the oxygen-rich blood supply to the various parts of your body, primarily affecting the blood vessels and the arteries of the legs.

Common symptoms include:

  • Pain during exercise, which is relieved during rest.
  • Discoloration of the skin, predominantly in arms and/or legs.
  • Pain and muscle cramps in the legs while walking, climbing stairs (intermittent claudication).
  • Cold legs, feet, sensation of the skin.
  • Constant leg pain, tingling, burning or loss of sensation.
  • Poor wound healing.
  • Sores on toes and feet, which become difficult to heal.

Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD/PAD) screenings help in early detection of atherosclerosis (blockage) of the arteries. When detected early enough, this condition can be well maintained.

Our screening involves painless and non-invasive testing, which may include:

  • Comprehensive medication review.
  • Comprehensive medical and family history.
  • Leg pain assessment.
  • Blood pressure analysis.
  • Body mass index.
  • Cholesterol panel.
  • Blood glucose index.
  • Lipid profile.
  • Vascular Ultrasound—Evaluates blood flow and calcification within the arteries.
  • Echocardiography—Evaluates the heart function and valves.
  • Treadmill—Evaluates the heart rhythm and exercise tolerance.
  • Arteriogram—This is a procedure typically done at the hospital. A dye is injected into the arteries and blood flow is visualized.

PVD/PAD screening is most useful in high-risk patients, such as individuals above 55 years of age, as they usually are at high risk of developing atherosclerosis and vascular disease.

Risk factors of developing vascular disease include:

  • Poor diet.
  • Heavy alcohol consumption.
  • Diabetes Mellitus.
  • High blood pressure.
  • High blood cholesterol.
  • Lack of exercise.
  • Family history.

For more information, call Southwest CVA Cardiovascular Associates at (480) 945-4343. The office is located at 140 S. Power Road, Suite 102.

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