Arterial Blockages

Blockage of the circulation in the legs is a common sign of atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries. Approximately 5 percent of the population over the age of 65 has detectable arterial blockage in the legs. Poor circulation of the legs also can be the result of less common causes including aneurysms, the compression of arteries and dissections or internal tears extending along the length of the artery.

Vascular surgeons at UCSF Medical Center performed the world's first operation for arterial blockage in 1951 and have continued to make progress in treating arterial blockages in the legs. We have comprehensive experience with treating blockages at all levels of the circulation and with a wide range of techniques ranging from bypass procedures to the latest minimally invasive catheter-based techniques.

For information or to make an appointment, please call:
Vascular Surgery (415) 353-2357

Reviewed by health care specialists at UCSF Medical Center.
Last updated August 29, 2007