Peripheral arterial disease: adverse impacts, disparities in outcomes, and the path ahead

This paper aims to address the adverse impacts of peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and the disparities in outcomes among affected populations. The authors highlight the significant individual and societal burdens of PAD, particularly on underserved groups, and propose both short-term and long-term strategies to improve management and access to care, including enhanced awareness and multidisciplinary treatment approaches. The study emphasizes the need for targeted interventions to reduce the prevalence and consequences of PAD, especially in vulnerable communities.