Permacath insertion is a minimally invasive procedure in which a catheter is placed into a blood vessel in the neck or upper chest. This catheter is used for hemodialysis, a vital treatment for patients with kidney disease.
Fistuloplasty is a minimally invasive procedure used to clear blockages in an arteriovenous fistula, enabling access for dialysis without the need for surgery. The blockage is treated by inflating a specialized balloon or device, which improves blood flow through the fistula.
TEVAR is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat conditions affecting the thoracic aorta, such as aneurysms or dissections. Located in the chest, the thoracic aorta is a critical blood vessel, and TEVAR offers a less invasive alternative to open surgery, providing benefits like shorter hospital stays and faster recovery times.
A peripheral angiogram, also known as extremity angiography, is a diagnostic test that uses X-rays and contrast dye to identify narrowed or blocked arteries supplying blood to the legs, feet, arms, or hands.
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition where a blood clot forms in a vein located deep within the body, most commonly in the legs, arms, or other areas.
Varicocele embolization is a minimally invasive, non-surgical procedure designed to treat varicoceles—enlarged veins in the scrotum. It is an effective option for addressing varicoceles that cause pain, swelling, or infertility.
Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins that typically appear on the legs due to increased pressure on the veins. This condition is caused by the weakening of vein walls or malfunctioning valves, which leads to improper blood flow.
VenaSeal provides fast and effective relief from varicose veins. This minimally-invasive, outpatient procedure offers a more comfortable experience with shorter recovery times.
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition where a blood clot forms in a vein located deep within the body, most commonly in the legs, arms, or other areas.
Symptoms
- Pain or swelling in the affected area
- Warmth and tenderness over the vein
- Redness or discoloration of the skin
Causes
- Reduced blood flow in the veins
- Injury to the veins
- Certain medications, including birth control pills, hormone therapies, antidepressants, and glucocorticoids
- Obesity
- Pregnancy
- Family history of DVT
- Use of a catheter in a vein
- Smoking
- Genetic blood clotting disorders
Complications
If untreated, the blood clot may dislodge and travel to the lungs, causing a pulmonary embolism (PE). This blockage can restrict blood flow to the lungs, brain, or heart and may become life-threatening.