CAROTID ARTERY DISEASE Stroke Prevention & Treatment Options Patient Information Leaflet What are the carotid arteries? The carotid arteries are the two main blood vessels in your neck that supply blood to your brain. If these arteries become narrowed or...
PERIPHERAL ARTERIAL DISEASE (PAD) Patient Information Leaflet What is Peripheral Arterial Disease? Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a condition where the arteries that supply blood to your legs become narrowed or blocked. This happens because fatty deposits (plaque) build up inside...
AORTIC ANEURYSM Patient Information Leaflet What is the aorta? The aorta is the main blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body.It runs through the chest (thoracic aorta) and abdomen (abdominal aorta). What is an Aortic Aneurysm? An aortic aneurysm occurs...
(Varicose Veins / Venous Insufficiency) What is Chronic Venous Disease? Chronic venous disease is a condition affecting the veins in the legs. These veins normally carry blood back to the heart. Inside the veins are small valves that keep blood...
Patient Information: Fistula vs Graft vs Catheter This guide explains the three types of dialysis access, including lifespan, advantages, risks, and expected outcomes. ARTERIOVENOUS FISTULA (AV FISTULA) This is the best and preferred dialysis access. What is it? A surgeon connects: The fistula sits under the skin....
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Dr Kgopane | Vascular Surgeon | Advanced Arterial & Venous Care
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