Vascular Disease is a condition that affects the arteries and/or veins in the body. Plaque and cholesterol build up weakens blood vessels, damages valves found in veins, and affects vital organs. There are many different causes of vascular conditions. Coronary Artery Disease (heart attack), Cerebrovascular Disease (Stroke) and Peripheral Artery D isease (loss or use of limb) are some of the most common treated by the surgeons in The Vascular Group.