Peripheral arterial disease causes blockages in leg blood vessels, resulting in pain and non-healing wounds.

Read more about peripheral artery disease here: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/peripheral-vascular-disease/

Read more about our specialties: htt...

Dr. Jorge Miranda explains the carotid artery's importance in supplying blood to the brain and its link to stroke risk. She discusses various treatment options for carotid artery problems, including open surgery to remove plaque, stenting to widen the artery, and a hybrid procedure that combines ...

Vascular surgeons specialize in treating blood vessels outside the heart. They work closely with cardiologists to provide minimally invasive treatment options.

Read more about cardiovascular surgeons here: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/what-is-a-cardiov...

Dr. Jorge Miranda explains vascular surgery and addresses key questions about abdominal aortic aneurysms. He highlights the risks associated with the aorta, comparing its dilation to a balloon that can burst. Treatment options include minimally invasive stent grafts and open surgeries for aneurys...

Read more varicose veins here: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/varicose-veins/

Read more about our specialties: https://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/
 
Submit your questions in the comment section to be featured in the next episode of Asked an...