by Washington Vascular Specialists | Aug 4, 2022 | Washington Vascular
One in every 1000 Americans suffers from pulmonary embolism (PE). Pulmonary embolism happens when a blood clot lodges in one of the pulmonary arteries in the lungs. The blood clot develops in another part of your body and then travels to the lungs during blood...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Aug 4, 2022 | Washington Vascular
Even if we had millions of dollars in the bank, there would never be anything more important in our lives than our health and that of our loved ones. This is why choosing the right medical practitioner to take care of us is such a critical decision. This applies to...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Jul 1, 2022 | Washington Vascular
Varicose Veins can occur anywhere on the body but they are often found in the legs and feet. Varicose Veins appear as dark purple or blue and are bulging or lumped up and twisted in their appearance. Varicose veins appear to be a common occurrence affecting about 25...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Jul 1, 2022 | Washington Vascular
As the major blood vessel, the aorta transports blood from your heart down through your chest and into your abdominal area. Your aorta has numerous branches that carry blood to your major organs and other body parts. It divides around your abdominal area into your leg...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Jun 2, 2022 | Washington Vascular
The circulatory system is perhaps one of the most complex networks in the human body. This system is made up of the heart, blood vessels, blood, lymph, glands, and lymphatic vessels. The circulatory system is majorly responsible for transporting lymph and blood to all...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Jun 2, 2022 | Washington Vascular
The importance of blood reaching all body parts cannot be overstated. Without a regular supply of oxygenated blood, various body parts will not function effectively. The limbs are especially susceptible to receiving less blood. This can lead to a vascular condition...
