Articles on vascular surgery
Causes of lymphostasis of legs and hands, symptoms, treatment Lymphostasis is a malfunction of the lymphatic system, when the movement of lymph in the vessels is disturbed and it is retained in the tissues. Vascular surgeons deal with lymphostasis of the lower limbs, hands and other parts of the bod
Embolization of uterine vessels and other organs The procedure of clogging blood vessels with special substances or materials is called embolization. The technique belongs to the category of minimally invasive X-ray surgical endovascular procedures - those performed under X-ray control. Why is embo
Single or multiple telangiectasias (vascular "stars"), as well as reticular varicose veins (dilation of subcutaneous veins up to 2 mm in diameter) occur in every fourth woman aged 25-30. The reasons for the development of such a pathology have not been studied to the end. They note a hered
Compression knitwear for women and men - classification Compression knitwear for the lower limbs helps the correct distribution of pressure on the blood vessels of the legs. It is used for prevention and treatment of varicose veins, thrombophlebitis, thrombosis, chronic venous insufficiency, post-th
Arteriovenous fistula - formation, treatment Arteriovenous shunt (fistula) is an abnormal connection between an artery and a vein. Normally, there is a capillary system between these vessels, which takes a direct part in the exchange of oxygen for carbon dioxide and in the process of penetration of
Causes, symptoms and treatment of venous insufficiency Venous insufficiency is a pathological condition that occurs due to impaired outflow of venous blood. In practical medicine, this term refers to disorders of the lower extremities. Reasons In most cases, chronic venous insufficiency of the lowe
Symptoms and methods of treatment of atherosclerosis of cerebral vessels Atherosclerosis is the deposition of cholesterol plaques on the inner surface of blood vessels, which leads to their narrowing. The atherosclerotic process develops in the femoral, popliteal, tibial (obliterating atherosclerosi
Venous thromboembolic complications (VTC) is a term that combines three acute vascular pathologies characterized by blood clots. These conditions include acute thrombophlebitis or varicothrombophlebitis (AF or VTC), deep vein thrombosis or acute venous thrombosis (DVT), and pulmonary embolism (PE).
Up to the time of surgical intervention – the patient must have already been examined, a conversation was held with him about the necessary preparation and hygiene before the operation, and all questions related to the operation and the postoperative period were clarified. In the clinic, the
Stenting of heart vessels: what is it Diseases of the cardiovascular system have been the leading cause of death for many decades. Medical science is constantly improving methods of combating these diseases. One of these methods is heart stenting, after which people return to a full life, even after
Practical advice to the patient Chronic venous insufficiency of the lower extremities is a common pathology that, with a reasonable attitude towards oneself and one's health, can remain under control without causing complications. Correction of the regime of life, work and rest is a condition from
General recommendations: Be an active participant in the process of your treatment; If you do not understand something from the doctor's answers, ask additional questions until you fully understand all points; Ask your doctor to give you instructions and recommendations in
Polyarteritis nodosa is an inflammatory process in the walls of small and medium-sized arteries. Due to this pathology, the blood supply is disturbed, as a result, it leads to multiple organ failure. The exact causes of polyarteritis nodosa are still unknown. It has been found that it most often
Recommendations for a patient who is scheduled to undergo sclerotherapy Please read this sheet very carefully. If you have any doubts or questions, ask your doctor. It is important to strictly follow the instructions before and after treatment. Patients with varicose veins of the lower extremities
His bundle blockade - what you need to know about the pathology Blockage of the legs of the bundle of His is a violation of conduction by a group of cells of the conducting system of the heart in the area of the interventricular septum. Pathology is manifested by dizziness, short-term loss of cons
A Column by Olena Shapovalova, Interventional Cardiologist at "Dobrobut" Medical Network Your heart during the COVID-19 pandemic: How to maintain your health and emotional well-being The COVID-19 pandemic has affected all aspects of our lives. It’s hard to find a person who is not
Features of performing standard operations for varicose veins So, let's dwell on the features and details of ordinary or standard operations for varicose veins. One of the oldest diseases of mankind, as well as one of the most common, varicose disease has always attracted the attention of various s
Symptoms and treatment of giant cell arteritis Temporal giant cell arteritis is an age-related disease characterized by inflammation of large and medium-sized arteries. There is a narrowing of the lumen of the vessels and the formation of wall blood clots, as a result of which the blood flow in the