Aorta Bypass – Signs and Symptoms
- achy legs
- heaviness in the legs
- tiredness in the legs
- painful legs
If you experience these symptoms while you are walking as well as when you are resting, you should speak to a board certified vascular surgeon, as you may be a candidate for this procedure. An aorta bypass may also be necessary if your symptoms are making daily life tasks harder to complete. Infections in your affected leg or legs, could also become an issue. Also if your symptoms do not improve with other treatments, you may want to schedule with a vascular provider.
Some conditions that can cause these blockages are:
- aotoriliac disease
- narrowed or blocked arteries
- PAD (peripheral arterial disease)
If you are experiencing any of the above signs or symptoms, call us to discuss your next steps. 1.888.553.VEIN(8346)
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