A narrow blood vessel supplies reduced blood to the associated part. The main cause is atherosclerosis which is the buildup of fatty deposits. It not only occurs in the blood vessels supplying the heart. It can occur anywhere in the body. This can present with various symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, tiredness, discomfort in the extremities, etc.
Peripheral Artery Disease - Causes, Risk Factors, Diagnosis, and Treatment
A narrowing of the peripheral arteries, which transport blood from the heart to different areas of the body, is known as peripheral artery disease.
