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[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/veininstitutenj) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/veininstituteofnj/) ![pg-header-cs-woman-50plus.jpg](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TheCardiovascularCareGroup_October2017/Images/pg-header-cs-woman-50plus.jpg?width=960&name=pg-header-cs-woman-50plus.jpg "pg-header-cs-woman-50plus.jpg") # Vein Institute of NJ - Helpful Articles Search… Search Google ## Page: [1](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/arteries/page/1) … 5 [6](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/arteries/page/6) … [11](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/arteries/page/11) [![Acute Aortic Dissections](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/Acute-Aortic-Dissections_doctor.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/acute-aortic-dissections) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/acute-aortic-dissections) ## [Acute Aortic Dissections](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/acute-aortic-dissections) - by [Dr. Cindy Sturt, MD, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-cindy-sturt) - [August 25th, 2023](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/acute-aortic-dissections) Aortic dissections are one of the most catastrophic and life-threatening events affecting the aorta; this condition brings tens of thousands of Americans to the emergency room each year. [![Endovascular Thrombectomy examination](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/iStock-1392755232.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-endovascular-thrombectomy) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-endovascular-thrombectomy) ## [Everything You Need to Know About Endovascular Thrombectomy](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-endovascular-thrombectomy) - by [Dr. Scott Sundick, MD, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/scott-sundick-md-facs) - [June 16th, 2023](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-endovascular-thrombectomy) When it comes to your vascular health, understanding the various treatment options available is crucial. Endovascular thrombectomy is an innovative procedure that has transformed the management of certain vascular conditions, particularly patients with deep vein thrombosis, a type of blood clot typically occurring in\[…\] [![Post-Thrombotic Syndrome](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/iStock-1370455164.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/what-is-post-thrombotic-syndrome) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/what-is-post-thrombotic-syndrome) ## [What is Post-Thrombotic Syndrome?](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/what-is-post-thrombotic-syndrome) - by [Dr. Daniel Fremed, MD, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-daniel-fremed) - [June 4th, 2023](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/what-is-post-thrombotic-syndrome) Post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS) is a condition that can occur in people who have experienced deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which is a blood clot that forms in a deep vein, usually in the leg. PTS can cause pain, swelling, and other symptoms in the affected limb. In some cases, the symptoms can be severe and interfere\[…\] [![Poor circulation can affect cardiovascular issues](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/Poor%20Circulation_iStock-1080415400.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/how-poor-circulation-can-affect-your-overall-health) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/how-poor-circulation-can-affect-your-overall-health) ## [How Poor Circulation Can Affect Your Overall Health](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/how-poor-circulation-can-affect-your-overall-health) - by [Dr. Andrew Cha, DO, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-andrew-cha) - [January 31st, 2023](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/how-poor-circulation-can-affect-your-overall-health) Poor circulation is much more than feeling cold most of the time. Or, an issue that may lead to numbness or tingling in your extremities. In many cases, it can have a substantial impact on your overall health and well-being. In fact, in some cases, poor circulation may even have an impact on your mental health. [![Peripheral artery disease surgical options](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/PAD_iStock-1273606003.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/surgical-options-for-treating-peripheral-artery-disease) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/surgical-options-for-treating-peripheral-artery-disease) ## [Surgical Options for Treating Peripheral Arterial Disease](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/surgical-options-for-treating-peripheral-artery-disease) - by [Dr. Andrew Cha, DO, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-andrew-cha) - [October 10th, 2022](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/surgical-options-for-treating-peripheral-artery-disease) Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) can be asymptomatic or be severe enough to make walking or moving your arms or legs difficult. It can even prevent wounds or ulcers from healing appropriately. PAD is caused by plaque buildup in the arteries that carry blood to your legs and feet, restricting blood flow. [![leg swelling treatments](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/hubfs/iStock-1138158264.jpg)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/what-can-i-do-about-my-swollen-legs) [read more](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/what-can-i-do-about-my-swollen-legs) ## [What Can I Do About My Swollen Legs?](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/what-can-i-do-about-my-swollen-legs) - by [Dr. Andrew Cha, DO, FACS](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/author/dr-andrew-cha) - [July 27th, 2022](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/what-can-i-do-about-my-swollen-legs) Following up from our previous post, Why Are My Legs Swelling, we wanted to further explore this topic and discuss some of the treatment options that may be available to help alleviate your swollen legs, a.k.a, peripheral edema. ## Page: [1](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/arteries/page/1) … 5 [6](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/arteries/page/6) … [11](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/arteries/page/11) ### CATEGORIES - [Arteries (61)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/arteries) - [Health/Exercise (31)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/health-exercise) - [Spider Veins (40)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/spider-veins) - [Travel (5)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/travel) - [Varicose Veins (56)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/varicose-veins) - [Vascular Doctors/Staff (58)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/vascular-doctors-staff) - [Vascular Health (8)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/vascular-health) - [Vein Conditions (82)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/vein-conditions) - [Vein Treatments (91)](https://health.veininstitutenj.com/blog/tag/vein-treatments) ### Subscribe to VINJ Health News ### RECENT ARTICLES Our “Top Doctor” rated, experienced and renowned faculty of Vascular specialists with 24/7 patient coverage, are all personally interested in your care. 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