arterial sufficiency

Arterial sufficiency refers to the proper flow of oxygen-rich blood through the arteries to the body's tissues. When arterial sufficiency is adequate, your tissues receive enough blood to function and heal properly. If arteries are narrowed or blocked, blood flow is reduced, leading to symptoms like pain, numbness, or slow healing of wounds. Assessing arterial sufficiency helps determine how well the blood supply is reaching different parts of the body, especially the extremities, and is important in diagnosing vascular conditions that may require treatment to restore healthy circulation.