by Washington Vascular Specialists | Apr 4, 2023 | Washington Vascular
An increasing number of professions require workers to stand for a long time. You have a higher risk of developing chronic venous insufficiency if you stand for long periods. Here is what happens -blood pools and cuts back venous return. The result is a buildup of...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Apr 4, 2023 | Washington Vascular
Veins and arteries ship oxygen back and forth between the heart and the lungs through blood. If you have an arteriovenous malformation, this process becomes impaired. That means that your cells and tissues may not get enough oxygen. Also, the affected AVM blood...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Mar 9, 2023 | Washington Vascular
Carotid Artery Disease Management And Treatment Understanding the causation and progression process of a disease gives you the best chance to combat it. Carotid artery disease is a serious vascular illness that can affect anyone. This vascular condition can greatly...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Mar 9, 2023 | Washington Vascular
Varicose Veins: Causes, Risk Factors, and Treatments Varicose veins, varicosities, or varicose refer to the condition whereby the veins in a person’s legs become overly dilated or enlarged, making them less efficient at transporting blood up and down our limbs. The...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Feb 2, 2023 | Washington Vascular
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which a blood clot lodges in the body’s deep veins. It usually occurs in the legs but can also develop in other areas, such as the pelvis and arms. CDC data shows that DVT kills 10-30 % of patients within a month of...
