Vascular Health Equity Academy Educational Resource Library
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- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Dissection
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- Buerger’s Disease
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- Lymphedema
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- Portal Hypertension
- Prevention
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Raynaud's Disease
- Research Engagement
- Smoking Cessation
- Varicose Veins
- Venous Thromboembolism
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Focus on the Ankle-Brachial Index Microlearning
COURSE AVAILABLE! The ankle-brachial index (ABI) is a simple, low-cost test for diagnosing peripheral artery disease (PAD). You can get this test in a doctor’s office or lab. Learn more in this microlearning course from the Foundation to Advance Vascular Cures.
Raynaud’s Disease
Raynaud’s (ray-NOSE) disease, also known as Raynaud’s phenomenon, affects the arteries that carry blood from the heart to different parts of the body. It can cause some areas of the body to feel numb or cold in response to cold temperatures or stress. When a person has an…
Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are enlarged, bulging superficial veins. They are generally larger than 3 millimeters in diameter and are usually located on the inside of the calf or thigh. Varicose veins develop due to weakness of the vein wall…
Venous Thromboembolism (Blood Clots)
The medical term for blood clots in the veins is venous thromboembolism (thrahm-bö-EM-bö-lizm), or VTE. This describes two related conditions that are serious but…
Walking and PAD
When you walk, your leg muscles need more oxygen from blood than when sitting or standing. But if you have PAD, the arteries have a hard time delivering this extra oxygen. That’s because they’re narrowed by plaque buildup from…
What is Peripheral Artery Disease?
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition that affects millions of people. PAD occurs when there is a buildup of plaque, or fatty deposits, inside your arteries that carry blood to your legs and feet. Many people have…
Prevent Blood Clots in Your Arteries
What is the link between blood clots and Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)? Peripheral artery disease is a common circulatory problem that occurs when your legs’ arteries (blood vessels that transport blood…
Portal Hypertension
Portal hypertension is high blood pressure in the portal vein. The portal vein is a major vein located in your abdomen that takes nutrient-rich blood from the intestines and carries it to the liver…
PAD and Cholesterol
Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance found in the walls of cells in all parts of the body. Your body needs cholesterol to perform important jobs…
PAD and Blood Pressure
Blood pressure is a measure of the force of blood flow within the walls of your arteries (blood vessels that transport blood away from the heart). It is measured in millimeters of mercury, or…
Lymphedema
Lymphedema is a common cause of leg or arm swelling due to fluid collecting in those areas. The swelling is usually not painful, but it may cause a heavy, aching discomfort. It can limit…
Ischemia and Chronic Limb-Threatening Ischemia
Ischemia (is-KE’me-ah) is a serious condition in which there is inadequate blood flow and oxygen to a specific part of the body. It can occur anywhere blood flows including the limbs…
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) happens when a blood clot forms in a large vein. These clots usually develop in the legs or pelvic area. Some DVTs don’t hurt, but others can be quite painful. With…
Compression Therapy
When the body retains fluid in a specific area, such as the legs, arms, or abdomen, the subsequent swelling is referred to as edema. If you have edema, compression therapy may…
Congenital Vascular Malformation
Congenital vascular malformations (CVMs) are growths or birthmarks made up of blood vessels that have not developed correctly. They occur in 1% of all births.
Carotid Artery Disease
The carotid arteries are blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart to the brain. Carotid arteries are important because they supply blood to the part of the brain that controls…
Buerger’s Disease
Thromboangiitis obliterans (TAO), also known as Buerger’s disease, is a rare disease that occurs when smaller arteries and veins in the arms and/or legs become inflamed. This frequently leads...
Blood Clots
The medical term for blood clots in the veins is venous thromboembolism (thrahm-bö-EM-bö-lizm), or VTE. This describes two related conditions that are serious but highly preventable…
Aortic Dissection
The aorta is the largest artery of the body. It delivers oxygenated blood from the heart to the rest of the body. Aortic dissection (AD) is a rare but serious injury to this artery...
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
The aorta is the main artery of the chest and abdomen that carries blood from the heart to other areas in the body including the legs and feet. An aneurysm occurs when you have bulging of an...
Glossary
This glossary can help you better understand vascular diseases and terminology. Access the glossary to help define any words above.
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- Blood Clots 5
- Buerger’s Disease 1
- Carotid Artery Disease 1
- Cerebrovascular Disease 1
- Chronic Limb-threatening Ischemia 5
- Congenital Vascular Malformation 1
- Coronary Artery Disease 1
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- Deep Vein Thrombosis 2
- Diabetes 2
- Exercise 3
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- Folletos en Español 9
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- Peripheral Artery Disease 13
- Portal Hypertension 1
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- Raynaud's Disease 1
- Research Engagement 3
- Smoking Cessation 2
- Varicose Veins 1
- Venous Thromboembolism 1