Search Results for: embolism

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  Know the Warning Signs: Blood Clots Are a Silent Threat

  March 7, 2019

  A sedentary lifestyle isn’t healthy, and it could put you at increased risk for developing a blood clot such as a deep vein thrombosis (DVT).Read More

  Medically Reviewed by UPMC

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: vascular

  

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  May-Thurner Syndrome: A Hidden Condition That Can Strike Without Warning

  August 21, 2018

  Amy Bonner’s blood clot seemed to come out of nowhere. An innovative procedure saved her from a life of pain—or worse. Learn more about her story.Watch Now

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness

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  4 Critical Tips for Preventing Vascular Disease

  September 8, 2017

  Check out these four simple vascular disease prevention tips and learn how you can keep your blood vessels healthy.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, Atherosclerosis, deep vein thrombosis, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, Peripheral artery disease, pulmonary embolism, stroke, Vascular disease

  

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• Article - 2 Minute Read

  What Is May-Thurner Syndrome?

  November 8, 2016

  Learn more about May-Thurner syndrome, a rare vascular condition that can cause pain, swelling, and blood clots in the legs and feet.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: blood clots, May-Thurner syndrome, pulmonary embolism

  

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  When Should I Get Spider or Varicose Vein Treatment?

  December 6, 2023

  The fall and winter months are the best time to receive treatment for spider veins and varicose veins. Learn more.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: Sclerotherapy, varicose vein, varicose veins

  

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  Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Types, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

  March 21, 2022

  Learn about thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) and how to tell if your arm pain is a sign of a more serious health problem.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: angina, arm pain, heart attack, thoracic outlet syndrome, TOS

  

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  Stroke Symptoms: Identifying the Signs of Stroke

  May 24, 2016

  What are the signs of stroke? Known as a "brain attack," stroke is the leading cause of disability in the United States. Learn more about stroke symptoms and signs of stroke.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

  Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

  Tagged with: brain health, Signs of Stroke, stroke

  

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  Medical Mondays: CTEPH

  February 1, 2016

  Learn more about the risks and symptoms of CTEPH, or chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension, in this edition of Medical Mondays.Learn More

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: blood clot, CTEPH, medical mondays, pulmonary embolism, Pulmonary hypertension

  

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  Pulmonary Thromboendarterectomy: Surgery for CTEPH

  January 22, 2016

  Pulmonary thromboendarterectomy is a surgical treatment option for patients suffering from CTEPH, a rare form of pulmonary hypertension. Learn more.Learn More

  Categorized as: Living and Wellness

  Tagged with: blood clot, Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension, CTEPH, lung, pulmonary, pulmonary embolism, Pulmonary hypertension, Pulmonary thromboendarterectomy