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Artery and Vein/Vascular Disease Services:The vascular system is the network of blood vessels that circulate blood to and from the heart and lungs. Vascular diseases are very common, especially as people age. Many people have these diseases and don't know it, because they rarely cause symptoms in the early stages. People with risk factors or any signs or symptoms of vascular disease, should be evaluated by an Interventional and Vascular Radiologist.
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Screening for leg artery diseasePeripheral artery disease is a condition in which the arteries that carry blood to the arms or legs become narrowed or clogged. Using blood pressure cuffs, an Ankle-Brachial Index can screen for peripheral artery disease. More information is available from: A video is available from: |
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Non-invasive vascular examsCAT scans, MRI, and Ultrasound can be used to diagnose vascular diseases. These examinations are routinely used for people with a variety of artery and vein disease symptoms, and are no more invasive than placing an intravenous (IV) catheter in the arm. More information is available from: |
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Coronary calcium scoring for heart disease Our newest CAT scan machines can detect calcium in the heart arteries, and indicator of coronary artery disease, without the need for an intravenous (IV) catheter. More information is available from: |
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Angioplasty, Stents, and Atherectomy for narrow arteriesInterventional and Vascular Radiologists often treat blocked and narrowed blood vessels without surgery. In most cases, hospitalization and general anesthesia are not required. There is no surgical incision - just a small nick in the skin, and no stitches are needed. Often, patients may return to normal activity within 24 hours after the procedure. More information is available from:
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Aortic Aneurysm Stent GraftsAn aortic aneurysm is a weak area in the aorta, the main blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body. As blood flows through the aorta, the weak area bulges like a balloon and can burst if the balloon gets too big. For some patients, a new treatment called stent-graft repair can be performed by an Interventional and Vascular Radiologist. This new treatment does not require surgery. More information is available from: Video is available from: |
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Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) filtersDeep vein thrombosis (DVT) is the formation of a blood clot (thrombus), usually in a deep leg vein. It is a very serious condition that can cause permanent damage to the limb, known as a post-thrombotic syndrome, or a life-threatening pulmonary embolism (clot in the lung). Interventional and Vascular Radiologists place permanent and temporary filters to prevent DVT from moving to the lungs. More information is available from: Video is also available from: |
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Deep Vein Thrombosis LysisDeep vein thrombosis (DVT) is the formation of a blood clot (thrombus), usually in a deep leg vein. It is a very serious condition that can cause permanent damage to the limb, known as a post-thrombotic syndrome, or a life-threatening pulmonary embolism (clot in the lung). Interventional and Vascular Radiologists can dissolve DVT with "clot busting" medicines. More information is available from: A video is also available from: |
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Varicose Vein AblationVenous insufficiency is a very common condition resulting from decreased blood flow from the leg veins up to the heart, with pooling of blood in the veins. Enlarged, swollen veins are known as varicose veins and are a direct result of increased pressure from reflux of blood. Interventional and Vascular Radiologists now offer a minimally - invasive outpatient treatment for varicose veins. More information is available from: Video is also available from: |
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