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Deep Vein Thrombosis:
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) affects nearly 2 million Americans each year, and causes 300,000 mortalities. It is a serious condition that occurs when a deep vein is blocked by a blood clot. DVT typically appears in the leg, usually in the calf, but has been know to materialize in other parts of the body. DVT is often difficult to detect. The following signs and symptoms can occur: Pain, Swelling (unusual and sudden), Tenderness, Cramping, Aching, or No symptoms at all. DVT are important and can lead to 2 important complications: 1. DVT, if left untreated can lead to pulmonary embolism (PE), which can be fatal. PE occurs when a blood clot travels through the veins and blocks a major blood vessel in the lungs. 2. DVT cause injury and scarring to the one-way valves in leg veins and lead to poor circulation called Post Thrombotic Syndrome. Patients with a history of DVT should be evaluated by a vascular surgeon. Usually, conservative measures and patient education will suffice, however, some patients may benefit form the minimally invasive procedures now available. |
REAL PEOPLE REAL RESULTS
Patients First Hear it from the patients themselves why the Miami Vein Center is considered one of the top varicose and spider vein treatment centers in the world. More |
THE VEIN EXPERT
Medical Director Jose I. Almeida, MD, FACS, RVT is a fellowship trained, board certified vascular surgeon in Miami, Florida and founder of the Miami Vein Center. Dedicating his life to treating people with vein disease, Dr. Almeida is a pioneer in endovenous therapy - the safe, minimally invasive procedure to eradicate varicose veins. More |
CUTTING EDGE TECHNOLOGY
The Experts The Miami Vein Center wants to stay on the cutting edge of technology.Therefore, in addition to the clinical services and teaching offered at the Center, sophisticated research normally reserved for the large academic medical centers, is being undertaken. More |
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