Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is a condition that occurs when the arteries leading to or from organs and limbs are blocked by plaque. A condition most often diagnosed in those… Continue Reading
What is Embolization: Definition, Benefits, and Risks
One of the most challenging aspects of living with chronic bleeding is finding an effective minimally invasive treatment. The recent rise of Embolization—a procedure that closes blood vessels and provides… Continue Reading
Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
Did you know that November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month? Pancreatic cancer is a disease that affects the pancreas, a small organ located behind the stomach that helps the body… Continue Reading
What is Knee Embolization?
Knee embolization is a minimally invasive treatment that can be used to relieve pain in the knee. It is a safe and effective alternative to more invasive treatments such as… Continue Reading
Understanding Treatment Options During Health Literacy Month
As we age, we gradually learn the importance of taking care of our bodies. Unfortunately, this often comes at a time when chronic conditions have already set in, and we… Continue Reading
Uterine Fibroids: When You Should See an Endovascular Specialist?
Uterine fibroids are benign, muscular tumors of the uterus that develop during a woman’s childbearing years. Over half of all women develop fibroids at some point in their lives, with… Continue Reading
How effective is Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE)?
If you have fibroids, you join approximately 30% of all women who develop them by age 35 and as many as 70% to 80% of women who develop them by… Continue Reading
Uterine Fibroid Embolization vs. Hysterectomy
While uterine fibroids are incredibly common, no two women experience them exactly the same. The same is true for fibroid treatments – there are a few options out there, but… Continue Reading
5 Things to Do If You’re at Risk for Peripheral Artery Disease
Understanding common risk factors for Peripheral Artery Disease is the first step in preventing the condition. However, if you or a loved one understands they are already at risk for… Continue Reading
7 Common PAD Risk Factors
Leg wounds that won’t heal. Blue colored feet. Activity-related pain or heaviness in the legs. These are all common peripheral artery disease (PAD) symptoms. PAD, a condition that limits blood… Continue Reading
