Worried About Scarring? Choose Non Invasive Cardiology
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: January 23, 2019
When it comes to heart surgery of any kind many people are concerned that it will leave a visible scar. At Tampa Cardiovascular Associates we use a branch of interventional cardiology which focuses on specialized catheter-based forms of treatment. The benefits are not only a lack of a visible outer scar but also far less
Compression Therapy and How It Can Benefit Those with Vein Issues
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: January 10, 2019
If you live with venous insufficiency or varicose veins you may experience a decrease in active lifestyle due to pain and uncomfortability. These conditions can cause a myriad of symptoms that make your legs an unwanted focus. Symptoms may include but are not limited to: Redness Swelling (edema) Itching Restless Leg Syndrome Visible veins that
Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) – A Deadly Silent Killer
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: January 7, 2019
Venous thromboembolism (VTE) risk for acutely ill medical patients is highest in the first 30 days, starting with hospital admission. VTE is a blood clot that starts in the vein. There are two classifications. 1. DVT – Deep Vein Thrombosis and 2. PE – Pulmonary embolism. VTE is known as a silent killer because the
Radiofrequency Ablation – Are You a Candidate?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: January 2, 2019
If you suffer from varicose veins you may skim around online looking at various treatments wondering if they might be right for you. Without a proper consultation and visit with a qualified Vein Specialist, it is hard to decide if radiofrequency ablation or any other vein treatment will work for your specific case. What we
