Varicose veins are enlarged, swollen, and twisted veins that typically occur in the legs and feet. They develop when the valves within the veins, responsible for preventing backward blood flow, become weakened or damaged. As a result, blood pools in the veins, causing them to stretch and bulge, leading to the appearance of varicose veins. …
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) refers to a condition characterized by the narrowing or blockage of blood vessels outside the heart and brain, commonly affecting the arteries that supply blood to the legs and feet. Causes and Risks Symptoms and Diagnosis Diagnosis may involve a combination of physical examinations, imaging tests such as Doppler ultrasound, and …
External Defibrillator An external defibrillator is a medical device worn temporarily for the treatment of certain cardiac problems. It is prescribed by your medical provider for a limited amount of time until a determination can be made on whether a permanent defibrillator is needed. External defibrillators come in two forms: automatic and semi-automatic. Automatic external …
Superficial Venous Reflux Disease When the valves within your leg veins that help to direct blood flow toward the heart become diseased or damaged, superficial venous reflux can develop. This condition can lead to blood accumulation in your legs, causing dilated or varicose veins. Risk Factors Common signs and symptoms of Superficial Venous Reflux Treatment …
Normal Healthy Heart In a normal, the right atrium of the heart draws in blood that is low in oxygen and conveys it to the lungs through the right ventricle. In the lungs, the blood gets enriched with oxygen and flows back to the heart, entering the left atrium and then the left ventricle, which …
