Coronary Bypass or Stent? How is the Decision Made?
Coronary Bypass or Stent? This is one of the most critical questions for many patients diagnosed with coronary artery blockage, and the answer can vary depending on the individual. Coronary artery disease is one of the most common cardiovascular diseases in the world and in our country, and it ranks high among the causes of […]
Mitral Valve Diseases: Causes and Treatment Methods
Mitral valve diseases are significant health problems that occur when the mitral valve, located on the left side of the heart, fails to function properly. In this article, we will discuss in detail the causes, symptoms, diagnostic methods, and recently developed treatment options for mitral valve diseases. How Do the Heart and Mitral Valve Work? […]
Vascular Diseases? Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Methods
Vascular diseases encompass disorders that occur in the body’s arterial and venous systems. For healthy blood circulation, blood vessels need to be open and flexible. However, in some cases, damage, narrowing, or blockage occurs in the vessel walls. These conditions disrupt blood flow, preventing adequate oxygenation of organs and tissues. These diseases, which usually progress […]
Leg Vascular Blockage (PAD): Symptoms and Treatment Options
Leg vascular blockage, known medically as peripheral arterial disease (PAD), is a circulatory disorder. It occurs due to narrowing or blockage in the arteries that branch off from the aorta and carry oxygenated blood to the arms and legs. This disease particularly affects the lower extremity, namely the leg arteries. Medically termed “peripheral arterial disease,” […]
What is Carotid Artery Blockage? Symptoms and Treatment Options
Carotid artery blockage is a serious vascular disease that causes reduced oxygenated blood flow to the brain. Although it may not show symptoms in early stages, it can lead to life-threatening risks such as stroke in advanced cases. In this article, you can find the causes, symptoms, and current treatment methods for carotid artery blockage. […]
What Is a Stroke? Symptoms and Treatment
What is a stroke? A stroke, also known colloquially as a ‘brain attack’, is a serious medical condition that occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain is suddenly cut off or reduced. Brain tissue damage can occur within minutes due to lack of oxygen. This life-threatening condition is among the most common […]
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT): Symptoms and Treatment
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a circulatory system disorder characterized by a blood clot typically forming in the deep veins of the legs. This clot obstructs blood flow within the vein and, if left untreated, can lead to serious complications. DVT most often occurs in the veins of the calf or thigh but can rarely […]
What is Pulmonary Embolism? Symptoms and Treatment Methods
What is Pulmonary Embolism? Pulmonary embolism, medically known as pulmonary embolus, is a life-threatening condition that occurs when a pulmonary artery, which supplies blood to the lungs, becomes blocked by a blood clot (thrombosis). The clot usually forms in the deep veins of the legs (deep vein thrombosis) and travels through the bloodstream to the […]
What is Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension?
Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension (CTEPH) is a life-threatening disease characterized by persistent blockage in the pulmonary blood vessels, often developing after a pulmonary embolism. When the blood vessels leading to the lungs narrow or become blocked due to clots, this can leave behind chronic thrombosis. Blood flow decreases in the blocked vessels, increasing vascular resistance […]
Maintaining Cholesterol Balance
Maintaining Cholesterol Balance: The Role of Diet, Genetics, and Liver It is now better understood that cholesterol is closely related not only to diet but also to the body’s internal system. Balancing cholesterol levels is directly linked to many factors, not just what we eat; it includes genetic predisposition, liver health, and inflammation status. In […]
