To help mark National Stroke Awareness Month this May, The Cardiovascular Care Group wants to make you aware of this disease, its link to carotid artery disease, and the steps for early detection.
Read MoreStroke Prevention and Its Link to Carotid Artery Disease
TCAR – The Future of Carotid Repair
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,...
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.
Read MoreWhat is a Carotid Endarterectomy
A carotid endarterectomy (CEA) is a surgical procedure to remove potentially dangerous plaque from within the carotid artery. It is a procedure performed by a board-certified vascular surgeon, like the ones we have at The Cardiovascular Care...
Read MoreCarotid Artery Stenosis: What You Should Know
Carotid Artery Stenosis is a term that refers to the narrowing of the carotid arteries –two large blood vessels that deliver oxygenated blood to the large, front part of the brain. When the carotid arteries are obstructed, you may be at an...
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