Chronic venous disease refers to the conditions of the diseased or abnormal veins. If you have chronic venous disease, you aren’t alone. Millions of Americans suffer from this persistent, progressive, and frequently underestimated condition. Let’s talk about this chronic condition and where you can go in Boca Raton, FL, for effective management of this condition.
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Understanding Vascular Ultrasound
Ultrasound, also known as sonography, has been in use for years. In the past, sonar technology was used to detect underwater objects, and the idea of using sound waves in the medical field also came from there. Since then, the technology has expanded rapidly and is now vastly used in the field of medicine. While
Read MoreSymptoms of Deep Vein Thrombosis
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot that forms in a deep vein, usually in the leg, thigh, or pelvis, but can also develop in the arm. DVT can cause symptoms that range from uncomfortable to painful. It can also lead to serious complications, such as pulmonary embolism (PE), which is when a clot
Read MoreHow long does it take to recover from a watchman device placement procedure?N
A watchman placement device is a small, tube-like device covered in fabric that is placed into the opening of the left atrium (upper chamber) of the heart, or what’s called the left atrial appendage. The purpose of placing this device is to prevent blood clots from entering the brain or heart, which could lead to
Read MoreWhat Complications Should I Be Aware Of if I’ve Been Diagnosed with Chronic Vein Disease?
Chronic vein disease is also called chronic venous insufficiency, or CVI. It happens when some of the tiny valves in the veins cease to function properly, causing blood stagnation and pooling in the veins. This appears most frequently and obviously in the legs and ankles as varicose veins and spider veins. While most cases of
Read MoreWhat Is The Most Common Cause of Venous Insufficiency?
Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI)–the poor operation of blood vessels that return blood to the heart after traveling to every corner of the body—impacts about 2.5 million people in the United States, according to the American Heart Association. CVI can cause uncomfortable symptoms and dangerous complications. Let’s look at the causes and treatments of this prevalent
Read MoreWhat Is TAVR Placement Used For?
If you or a loved one has a heart problem but cannot endure open-heart surgery (in this case, surgical aortic valve replacement), there is a minimally invasive treatment option: transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). This procedure essentially replaces a thickened aortic valve with a prosthetic valve that enables blood to flow properly through the heart.
Read MoreFacts to Know About Heart Disease in Women
Previously, it was believed that heart disease was more prevalent among males in the United States. However, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), women are more prone to heart disease. Let’s talk about the cause of heart disease, why women are more prone to it, and how our cardiologists at Advanced Heart &
Read MoreHow to Prepare for a Nuclear Stress Test
Cardiologists rely on nuclear stress testing generally for its life-saving capabilities. Among its important uses is that it helps cardiologists identify the underlying cause of persistent shortness of breath and chest pain, whether they point to coronary artery disease, and, if they do, determine its severity. Nonetheless, just like any other test, nuclear stress testing
Read MoreHeart Disease: All You Need to Know
More than 30 million adult Americans have heart disease. It accounts for about 21% of all deaths, making it the number-one killer in the U.S. Even though cancer gets all the publicity, heart disease is the proverbial elephant in the room. Let’s talk about what you should know about heart disease, what you can do
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