Brooklyn Endovascular - American Endovascular

05/16/2023

There is new hope for people with peripheral artery disease (PAD) with these innovative, minimally invasive treatments.

12/31/2022

We wish everyone a Happy New Year!

12/30/2022

Dr. Shams’ technical skill, dedication to patients, and history of innovation have earned him a spot on the Castle Connolly Top Doctors List for the New York Metropolitan area for an impressive five consecutive years. He is a widely respected and published authority on Interventional Radiology, with papers appearing in various medical journals. Currently, Dr. Shams performs minimally invasive endovascular procedures - https://youtu.be/rjQAbq5y0LI.

If you would like to see an American Endovascular Board Certified vascular expert for Peripheral Arterial Disease, contact us and schedule your consultation at 1-833-PAD-EXPERT (1-833-723-3973) or online at https://bit.ly/3poyXkz. Locations in Cincinnati, OH, West Orange, NJ, and various locations in NYC, including - Queens, Brooklyn, Fishkill, and Harlem.

12/28/2022

Facts about uterine fibroids and treatment options -

If you would like to see an American Fibroid Centers Board Certified endovascular expert for uterine fibroids, contact us at 1-833-UFE-EXPERT (1-833-833-3973) or online at https://bit.ly/3poyXkz. All consultations are being scheduled in our non-hospital-based outpatient centers. Telehealth consultations are also available. Locations in Cincinnati, OH, West Orange, NJ, and various locations in NYC, including - Queens, Fishkill, Brooklyn, and Harlem.

12/27/2022

According to Healthline - Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) is most common in adults over 50 but can also affect younger people.

The risk of developing PAD is four times higher for people who smoke than for nonsmokers.

Peripheral Arterial Disease is a type of Peripheral Vascular Disease.

PAD is a circulatory condition that causes a narrowing of the arteries. It can lead to poor circulation in your extremities, typically the legs. In an associated condition called atherosclerosis, arteries stiffen due to plaque buildup in the arteries and blood vessels. Both conditions decrease blood flow to your extremities and can result in pain.
Reduced blood flow in your extremities can cause:

- numbness and tingling
- weakness
- pain
- swelling

In time, it can lead to nerve and tissue damage.

Without treatment, reduced blood flow and plaque in your carotid arteries may result in a stroke. Your carotid arteries are the major blood vessels that deliver blood to your brain. If plaque builds up in the arteries of your heart, you’re at risk of having a heart attack.

If you would like to see an American Endovascular Board Certified vascular expert for Peripheral Arterial Disease, contact us and schedule your consultation at 1-833-PAD-EXPERT (1-833-723-3973) or online at https://bit.ly/3poyXkz. Locations in Cincinnati, OH, West Orange, NJ, and various locations in NYC, including - Queens, Brooklyn, Fishkill, and Harlem.

12/26/2022

Cholesterol is a serious risk factor for heart attack, stroke, and Peripheral Arterial Disease. The American Heart Association shares this video to show you what you need to know. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLYQmKMkJVI
Check. Change. Control. Cholesterol initiative.

If you would like to see an American Endovascular Board Certified vascular expert for Peripheral Arterial Disease, contact us and schedule your consultation at 1-833-PAD-EXPERT (1-833-723-3973) or online at https://bit.ly/3poyXkz. Locations in Cincinnati, OH, West Orange, NJ, and various locations in NYC, including - Queens, Brooklyn, Fishkill, and Harlem.

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12/22/2022

Do all uterine fibroids cause symptoms?

Uterine fibroids (also known as leiomyomas or myomas) are noncancerous tumors that form in the uterus. Though small fibroids may cause no symptoms, many women experience pain and other problems with large fibroids. Heavy menstrual bleeding is common, along with frequent urination, constipation, and even anemia.

It is important to understand fibroid symptoms so you can seek help from a specialist if needed.

Studies show that roughly 20 – 80% of women develop uterine fibroids or myomas by the time they reach 50. Fibroids generally appear during childbearing years but can form at any age. African American women and women with family members who have fibroids are more likely to develop them as well. Learn more about uterine fibroids today at https://fibroidexpert.com/uterine-fibroids-blog/do-all-fibroids-cause-symptoms-west-orange-nj.

If you would like to see an American Fibroid Centers Board Certified endovascular expert for uterine fibroids, contact us at 1-833-UFE-EXPERT (1-833-833-3973) or online at https://bit.ly/3poyXkz. All consultations are being scheduled in our non-hospital-based outpatient centers. Telehealth consultations are also available. Locations in Cincinnati, OH, West Orange, NJ, and various locations in NYC, including - Queens, Fishkill, Brooklyn, and Harlem.

12/21/2022

Women often ask us how their period will change after they have Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE). Your first menstruation after Uterine Fibroid Embolization is usually better, but that is not always the case.

By your second cycle, it will be better, and then your third one will be even better.

It can take some time for the volume of bleeding to decrease with each cycle. Eventually, your menstruation becomes regular and much lighter. Additionally, patients begin to notice a decrease in uterus size.

If you would like to see an American Fibroid Centers Board Certified endovascular expert for uterine fibroids, contact us at 1-833-UFE-EXPERT (1-833-833-3973) or online at https://bit.ly/3poyXkz. All consultations are being scheduled in our non-hospital-based outpatient centers. Telehealth consultations are also available. Locations in Cincinnati, OH, West Orange, NJ, and various locations in NYC, including - Queens, Fishkill, Brooklyn, and Harlem.

12/20/2022

The American Heart Association shares an article on food insecurity linked to increased heart risks for people with Peripheral Artery Disease.

Here are a few highlights of their article:
✔️ People with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) who live in a food desert, which is a community with low levels of access to retail outlets selling healthy and affordable foods, were 17% more likely to experience death, heart attack, or stroke compared with those who had adequate access to healthy, nutrition-rich food.
✔️ People with PAD living in food deserts were less likely to have a car and more likely to be Black or Hispanic, live in urban areas, and have chronic kidney disease, Type 2 diabetes, or high blood pressure.
✔️ Women with PAD were less likely to receive optimal medical treatment and more likely to be diagnosed with malnutrition and other chronic health conditions regardless of food access.

Read their full article here - https://newsroom.heart.org/news/food-insecurity-linked-to-increased-heart-risks-for-people-with-peripheral-artery-disease.

If you would like to see an American Endovascular Board Certified vascular expert for Peripheral Arterial Disease, contact us and schedule your consultation at 1-833-PAD-EXPERT (1-833-723-3973) or online at https://bit.ly/3poyXkz. Locations in Cincinnati, OH, West Orange, NJ, and various locations in NYC, including - Queens, Brooklyn, Fishkill, and Harlem.

12/19/2022

We wish everyone a Happy Hanukkah.

12/15/2022

Pedal loop interventions can help with limb salvage and limb preservation in patients with non-healing wounds due to diabetes, chronic kidney disease, and other conditions. The pedal loop consists of arteries in the foot that are responsible for supplying blood to the toes and the heel. Patients with blockages in the pedal loop due to diabetes and other conditions can develop wounds, ulcers, or gangrene that don’t heal without restoring blood flow.

While not every person needs a pedal loop intervention, there are certain individuals for whom this type of intervention is extremely important in order to provide the best results, especially when the wounds don’t heal. Most notably, it is a procedure that not many interventionalists are comfortable performing due to the small diameter of these arteries.

Learn more about the pedal loop and amputation prevention today - https://americanendovascular.com/how-does-the-pedal-loop-technique-help-with-limb-salvage/.

If you would like to see an American Endovascular Board Certified vascular expert for Peripheral Arterial Disease, contact us and schedule your consultation at 1-833-PAD-EXPERT (1-833-723-3973) or online at https://bit.ly/3poyXkz. Locations in Cincinnati, OH, West Orange, NJ, and various locations in NYC, including - Queens, Brooklyn, Fishkill, and Harlem.

12/14/2022

Can Uterine Fibroids Shrink After Menopause?

Many women develop uterine fibroids during their childbearing years. This is because of the presence of higher estrogen levels in the body. Though some fibroids can stop growing or even shrink after menopause, sometimes medical treatment may be necessary.

American Fibroid Centers is dedicated to providing comprehensive and individualized care for women with fibroids. No matter your stage in life, we understand how fibroids, particularly large ones, can cause excessive pain and pelvic pressure. Our team is proud to offer a minimally invasive option like UFE, which has an 85 – 90% success rate in relieving fibroid symptoms. Learn more about how estrogen can affect uterine fibroids - https://fibroidexpert.com/uterine-fibroids-blog/can-uterine-fibroids-shrink-after-menopause-nyc.

If you would like to see an American Fibroid Centers Board Certified endovascular expert for uterine fibroids, contact us at 1-833-UFE-EXPERT (1-833-833-3973) or online at https://bit.ly/3poyXkz. All consultations are being scheduled in our non-hospital-based outpatient centers. Telehealth consultations are also available. Locations in Cincinnati, OH, West Orange, NJ, and various locations in NYC, including - Queens, Fishkill, Brooklyn, and Harlem.