by Washington Vascular Specialists | Feb 2, 2022 | Washington Vascular
The aorta is the large blood vessel within the body. It transports blood full of oxygen from the heart to the other body parts. It travels through the chest and the abdominal where it finally splits into different blood vessels. In the abdomen, it is known as the...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Feb 1, 2022 | Washington Vascular
About one in every four adults in the US has varicose veins. Varicose veins are swollen, twisted, and enlarged veins. They are dilated and overfilled with blood, raising them noticeably from the surrounding skin surface. Often, they are red or bluish-purple. While...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Jan 7, 2022 | Washington Vascular
Varicose veins are bulging, large veins that most commonly develop in the legs or feet. They occur when vein valves fail to function correctly, causing blood to flow inefficiently. Treatment for varicose veins is seldom necessary for health purposes. However, if...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Jan 6, 2022 | Washington Vascular
Did you know that awkwardness in your legs can be a sign of Deep Vein Thrombosis? While it's known as a concern for people who've traveled for long periods in an airplane, Deep Vein Thrombosis can happen without travel. And it can result in death or...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Dec 7, 2021 | Washington Vascular
The arteries are the vessels that carry blood from your heart to all of your tissues and organs. Arteries can become narrowed due to a buildup of plaque, which leads to decreased blood flow. This is called peripheral artery disease (PAD). PAD can affect any artery in...
by Washington Vascular Specialists | Dec 7, 2021 | Washington Vascular
Vascular disease is the term used to describe any disease that affects the vascular system. This includes diseases of the arteries, veins, and capillaries. Arteries are blood vessels that carryoxygen-rich blood away from the heart to all parts of the body. Veins are...
