A tunneled central venous catheter (CVC) is sometimes needed as a part of your cancer care. This video will provide you with information about this type of i...
A tunneled central venous catheter (CVC) is sometimes needed as a part of your cancer care. This video will provide you with information about this type of i...
Many cancer patients receive chemotherapy infusions as a part of their treatment. Sometimes, chemo can be delivered through a “peripheral” IV (PIV) line. Other times, it must be administered through a central line catheter, such as a PICC, CVC or port. We spoke with Tam Huynh, M.D., chief of Vascular Surgery, to learn more.
Venous ulcers can be painful and difficult to treat. Knowing how they form is essential to treating them before they advance.<br>Venous ulcers, also called vascular, stasis or varicose ulcers, form when the veins in the lower extremities do not allow for sufficient blood flow back to the heart. They t
Many people suffer from a medical condition known as venous ulcers. Venous ulcers are a class of skin ulcers that develop when skin breaks down and reveals the tissue underneath. There are numerous types of venous ulcers, but these ulcers develop when the venous valves, which prevent the backflow of blood, begin to break down. These ulcers …
The two most common types of cardiovascular wounds are arterial or ischemic ulcers, and venous or stasis ulcers. Learn the similarities and differences.
5 to 10% of people with varicose veins will develop open sores or ulcers. Learn more about what causes venous ulcers & tips for prevention.
Learn about chronic venous insifficiency and what happens when the veins in your legs stop working right.
My practice, VeinInnovations, specializes in treating venous conditions. This week, I’d like to discuss two common venous conditions, their causes, steps for prevention and treatment.<br>Varicose veins...
A new study published online in the journal Rheumatology demonstrates that there is a statistically significant increased risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) - a condition which includes...
Venous insufficiency, which is caused by damage or dysfunction in one or more of your deeper leg veins, results in blood pooling in place rather than returning to the heart. The condition is worsened by standing or sitting for prolonged periods. In most cases, regular exercise, specifically bicycling, is a significant part of treatment. Bike riding...
What is Venous Edema? Venous edema is chronic swelling often located in the legs, ankles, …
Let’s take a look at what is venous reflux disease, its causes and symptoms, how it’s diagnosed, and what treatments options are available.