Peripheral arteries
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Peripheral arteries are the arteries (specifically arterioles and capillaries) which are farthest from the heart (mouth, hands, and feet). In some cases blockages in the peripheral arteries may be treated with catheterization and balloon dilatation instead of surgery.
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