Thrombolysis/Thrombectomy
Thrombolysis/Thrombectomy Q & A What is Venous Thrombolysis? Thrombolysis and Thrombectomy are both catheter based techniques used to restore blood flow to specific areas starved of blood due to …
Artery
Renal Artery Intervention
Renal Artery Intervention Q & A What is Renal Artery Intervention? Renal artery stenosis is caused because of the narrowing of the renal arteries. The kidneys perform functions such …
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) Screening
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) Screening Q & A What is Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD)? Peripheral vascular disease (PVD), also referred to as peripheral artery disease, is a common disease, …
Peripheral Stenting
Peripheral Stenting Q & A What is a Peripheral Stent? Peripheral stents are small tubular metal scaffolds that can be inserted in the peripheral vessels to treat narrowing or …
Peripheral Angioplasty
Peripheral Angioplasty Q & A What is a PTA? A PTA (peripheral angioplasty) is a procedure that involves inflating a balloon in an artery or vein to dilate the …
Peripheral Angiogram
Peripheral Angiogram Q & A What is a Peripheral Angiogram? A peripheral angiogram (also called a peripheral arteriogram) is a test that uses X-rays and dye to help your …
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) Treatment
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) Treatment Q & A What is Peripheral Vascular Disease Treatment? Peripheral vascular disease (PVD), also referred to as peripheral artery disease (PAD), is one of …
Lower Extremity Arterial Duplex
Lower Extremity Arterial Duplex Q & A What is a Lower Extremity Arterial Duplex Scan? A lower extremity arterial duplex test is like an echo on the heart but …
Carotid Ultrasound
Carotid Ultrasound Q & A What is a Carotid Artery Ultrasound? A carotid artery ultrasound (also called a carotid artery duplex) is an ultrasound-based diagnostic imaging technique to reveal …
Carotid Endarterectomy
Carotid Endarterectomy Q & A What is a Carotid Endarterectomy? Carotid endarterectomy is a surgical procedure that removes a buildup of plaque from the inner wall of the carotid …