Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) What is deep vein thrombosis? Arteries bring oxygen-rich blood from your heart to the rest of your body, whereas your veins are the blood vessels that return oxygen-poor blood back to your heart. You have three kinds of veins. Superficial veins lie close to your skin, and the deep veins lie
Vascular Diagnostic Center A typical ultrasound study takes about 30 minutes to perform, and you may be asked to perform simple maneuvers, such as standing and walking. After your study is performed it will be interpreted by one of our providers and a report will be sent to your primary physician. Our lab is unique
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) What is an abdominal aortic aneurysm? The aorta is the largest artery in your body, and it carries oxygen-rich blood pumped out of, or away from, your heart. Your aorta runs through your chest, where it is called the thoracic aorta. When it reaches your abdomen, it is called the abdominal
What is mesenteric ischemia? The mesenteric arteries are the arteries that supply blood to your large and small intestines. Ischemia occurs when your blood cannot flow through your arteries as well as it should, and your intestines do not receive the necessary oxygen to perform normally. Mesenteric ischemia usually involves the small intestine, but it
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) What is peripheral arterial disease (PAD)? Your arteries carry blood rich in oxygen and nutrients from your heart to the rest of your body. When the arteries in your legs become blocked, your legs do not receive enough blood or oxygen, and you may have a condition called peripheral artery disease
Varicose Veins Signs & Symptoms If you have varicose veins, your legs may feel heavy, tired, restless, or achy. Standing or sitting for too long may worsen your symptoms. You may also experience night cramps. Sometimes, the skin on your legs may change color, become irritated, or even form sores. Diagnostic Test After a comprehensive
Carotid Artery Disease What is carotid artery disease? Carotid artery disease occurs when the major arteries in your neck become narrowed or blocked. These arteries, called the carotid arteries, supply your brain with blood. Your carotid arteries extend from your aorta in your chest to the brain inside your skull. You are more likely to
Renal Artery Stenosis What are renovascular conditions? Renovascular conditions affect the blood vessels of your kidneys, called the renal arteries and veins. When the blood flow is normal through your kidneys, your kidneys rid your body of wastes. The kidneys filter these wastes into your urine, which collects in your bladder, and from there the
Spider veins are small blue or red veins shaped like tree branches that often appear later in life on the calves and ankles. Over 50 percent of adults