Carotid artery disease is a form of atherosclerosis, or a buildup of plaque, of the main arteries in the neck that supply oxygen-rich blood to the brain. This plaque is estimated to be the source of stroke in up to one-third of individuals,...
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Elevate Your Legs – Relieve Your Leg Issues
At the Vein Institute of NJ, our vein doctors have seen many patients who come to us with leg issues that could be solved through simple elevation. Elevating your legs can provide immediate relief by taking pressure off your leg veins which...
Read MoreWhat is an Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)?
In part 3 of our Cardiovascular Care Group aneurysm education series, we talk about the specifics of aneurysm repair – Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR). Our previous posts introduced you to the basics of aneurysms a.k.a. the “silent killer,”...
Read MoreVaricose and Spider Veins: Myths and Misinformation
Determining what information to trust can be difficult, which is why consulting with a board-certified vascular surgeon who specializes in treating varicose and spider veins can be a wise choice.
Read MoreThe Noninvasive Vascular Lab: Ultrasound Awareness Month
October is Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month, and we want you to know the important role diagnostic medical sonographers play in the medical community, and how they support our Noninvasive Vascular Laboratory at The Cardiovascular Care Group.
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