""It is important to account for personality when evaluating patient-based outcomes in the context of PAD," conclude researchers from the Netherlands in the July issue of Archives of Surgery. PAD develops from a built up of plaque inside the walls of the arteries outside of the heart area, causing poor circulation, typically affecting the legs, causing pain and swelling."

"Dr. Annelies E. Aquarius from Tilburg University and colleagues had 150 consecutive patients with newly diagnosed PAD complete the Type-D Personality Scale. The researchers then assessed quality of life and depressive symptoms at the beginning of the study after 6-months follow up. "

"According to the team, indicators of PAD severity did not predict reduced quality of life or depressive symptoms at the follow-up visit. "

"In contrast, type-D personality predicted poor physical health, decreased level
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