Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD and deep vein thrombosis (DVT) affect circulation in the lower extremities with blockages in the veins. PAD blocks arteries by plaque buildup, whereas blood clots cause […]
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September is a unique month for those living with peripheral artery disease (PAD). On top of PAD Awareness Month, it’s also National Vascular Disease Awareness Month. Vascular specialists at USA […]
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If your physician has ever recommended you to see a vascular surgeon or interventional radiologist, you may be a bit confused about what that entails. Despite their seemingly distinct fields […]
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Did you know that having diabetes puts you at higher risk for another serious condition called Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)? American Diabetes Alert Day, observed on the fourth Tuesday in […]
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Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) Test One of the most common ways to diagnose peripheral artery disease (PAD) and help measure vascular health is with an ankle-brachial index (ABI) test. During […]
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You’ve probably heard the terms coronary heart disease (CHD) or artery disease in connection with heart health. The two terms are sometimes used interchangeably, but the difference is that coronary […]
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What is the “Silent Killer”? Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a silent killer because untreated high blood pressure increases risk for various life threatening conditions. Hypertension puts you at […]
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