If your doctor has mentioned a vein ultrasound as a possible treatment option, you may be wondering more about this technique. If a problem occurs in the vascular system, specifically in veins or arteries, an imaging technique called a vein ultrasound helps identify the specific problem. Vein conditions examples Vein ultrasounds have proved valuable in...
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Quickly making its way through medicine, a vein ultrasound is an imaging tool that evaluates and diagnoses venous abnormalities such as deep vein thrombosis or venous insufficiency. A venous or vein ultrasound is a non-invasive, painless procedure that helps clinicians examine veins, giving real-time information about what is happening under the skin. How does this...
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Varicose veins can be relatively common. In medical terms, they are dilated superficial veins of the lower limb, most commonly due to venous reflux stemming from weakened valvular valves or genetic factors. For most patients, standing and walking for prolonged periods increases the pressure in the veins of the lower limb resulting in twisted torturous...
You’ve probably heard about high and low cholesterol, especially regarding food or your health. But what do you need to know about high cholesterol, and why is it important? Cholesterol is a fat-like waxy substance present inside the body. The cells of our body utilize this substance to generate essential nutrients, digestive fluids, Vitamin D,...
Cardiovascular diseases include a spectrum of disorders involving the cardiovascular system, consisting of two major components: the heart and blood vessels. Common cardiovascular diseases include: Coronary artery disease (CAD): More commonly referred to as heart failure or myocardial infarction (MI), this condition is about one-third to one-half of cardiovascular disease cases. Cerebrovascular diseases: Examples include...
You’ve probably heard of blood clots before or been cautioned that you could be at risk. Especially if you see a vascular specialist, you may know even more about this medical condition. Your body has a vascular system that helps transfer blood from and to the heart. Arteries, veins, and capillaries are three essential blood...
