The LimFlow procedure uses two ultrasound-guided catheters, one venous and one arterial, to create an arterio-venous crossing. A stent is then used to connect the artery and the vein. Patients at risk ...

Venous hypertension is high blood pressure in the veins, often in the legs. It is commonly caused by venous insufficiency, where veins can't return blood to the heart. Spider veins, varicose veins, ...

The human circulatory system represents an intricate network of vessels that extends throughout the entire body. This complex arrangement of arteries, veins, and capillaries works continuously to ...

Leg swelling, cold feet, numbness or night cramps may be more than everyday discomfort. Vascular experts explain five leg ...

Each February, as we celebrate American Heart Month, we strive to raise awareness for cardiovascular disease by sharing education and resources, and by encouraging people to adopt healthy habits and ...

When a modified surgical technique was used to gently remove sections of leg veins used in coronary artery bypass surgery, the grafts were less likely to become blocked and fewer people had a ...

Those bulging, twisted blood vessels snaking down your legs aren’t just a cosmetic concern. For millions of Americans, varicose veins represent a silent health crisis that’s far more serious than most ...

Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is a broad term referring to disorders affecting the blood vessels carrying blood to and from the arms and legs. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a specific issue ...

NEW ORLEANS — Do your legs ache, cramp, or swell? There is a condition that you may have that millions in the U.S. have been living with for years, that is being misdiagnosed. And it's a condition ...

Heavy legs(leg) pain or varicose vein can be an indication of serious health problems. A recent medical study revealed that the legs are a very important indicator of the health of the heart. One of ...

CINCINNATI (WKRC) - A new study suggested marijuana users have triple the odds for leg artery disease. Smoking cigarettes has long been linked to peripheral artery disease, which is a condition in ...