Leriche's Syndrome

Topic Overview

Leriche's syndrome is the term used when the following symptoms related to peripheral arterial disease of the legs are present:

  • Muscle wasting (atrophy) of the leg
  • Buttock, thigh, or calf pain

Leriche's syndrome usually occurs in men and commonly also causes impotence (erectile dysfunction). Impotence is common in men with lack of adequate blood flow (arterial insufficiency). Blockages can decrease blood flow to the arteries that supply the penis.

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ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical ReviewerE. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Specialist Medical ReviewerDavid A. Szalay, MD - Vascular Surgery
Last RevisedOctober 16, 2009
By: Healthwise StaffLast Revised: October 16, 2009
Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
David A. Szalay, MD - Vascular Surgery

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