What are the Signs and Symptoms of Peripheral Artery Disease?
Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is a common but often overlooked condition that affects millions of people worldwide. According to the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions President George D. Dangas: “1 in 20 Americans over 50 years of age experience PAD.” It occurs when the arteries in the legs or…
Overlooked Causes of Hemorrhoids
The advantages of having your procedure in an OBL vs. a hospital
Many interventional radiology services, such as those performed at National Vascular Physicians‘ three outpatient locations, are also performed at local hospitals. That being the case, why would a patient choose to have their procedure at our outpatient center instead of the hospital? First, it’s important to note that some interventional…
Is a Hysterectomy Necessary?
When dealing with the issue of uterine fibroids, many women are presented with the option of a hysterectomy. While it is a widely used treatment, it’s important to ask if a hysterectomy is necessary. For many, the answer is likely no.Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) is a minimally invasive procedure that…
Knee Replacement Drawbacks and the Alternative: Genicular Artery Embolization
About 790,000 total knee replacements are performed in the U.S. every year, and this number continues to grow as our population ages. Knee replacement surgery has long been a standard solution for individuals suffering from severe knee pain and arthritis. While it can offer significant relief, the procedure has its…