Aortoiliac Occlusive Disease
At NYU Langone, a team of vascular specialists diagnoses and manages people with aortoiliac occlusive disease, a type of peripheral artery disease, using some of the most advanced minimally invasive procedures.
In aortoiliac occlusive disease, one or more of the main arteries in the abdomen or pelvis, or both, become narrowed or blocked, reducing blood flow to the legs. This condition is typically caused by atherosclerosis—a buildup of a hard, waxy substance called plaque—in the aorta, or in the iliac or femoral arteries, which supply blood to the pelvis and legs.
Reduced oxygen and blood flow to the lower body can cause cramping, fatigue, pain, or open sores on the skin and erectile dysfunction in men. Without treatment, it can cause tissue death, called gangrene, which may result in the loss of a limb.
Treatment for Aortoiliac Occlusive Disease
Treatment for aortoiliac occlusive disease often includes lifestyle changes and medication. For large blockages in an iliac or femoral artery, doctors may recommend minimally invasive procedures or surgery.
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Lifestyle Changes for Aortoiliac Occlusive DiseaseMaking healthy lifestyle changes may slow or stop the progression of aortoiliac occlusive disease.
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Medication for Aortoiliac Occlusive DiseaseMedication for high blood pressure and high cholesterol may improve symptoms of aortoiliac occlusive disease.
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Minimally Invasive Procedures for Aortoiliac Occlusive DiseaseOur doctors perform minimally invasive procedures to improve blood flow to the lower body.
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Surgery for Aortoiliac Occlusive DiseaseOur doctors perform surgery to manage aortoiliac occlusive disease.
Our Research and Education in Aortoiliac Occlusive Disease
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