Venous Reflux/Insufficiency

What is Venous Reflux/Insufficiency? Think of your veins as a highway system, with one-way valves acting like toll booths, keeping traffic flowing smoothly back to your heart. Now, imagine some of those toll booths malfunctioning, letting cars back up and causing a traffic jam. That’s what happens with venous reflux (also called venous reflux/insufficiency). In […]

Venous Insufficiency Test

What is a Venous Insufficiency Test? A venous insufficiency test checks how well your veins are doing their job. It’s a non-invasive procedure that uses ultrasound to create images of your blood flow. This helps your doctor pinpoint any problem areas and recommend the best treatment plan for you. Your veins are a highway system. They’re responsible […]

Venous Doppler

Venous Doppler What is a Venous Doppler? A venous doppler, also known as a venous duplex ultrasound, is a non-invasive imaging test that uses sound waves to visualize and assess the blood flow in your veins. This painless and safe procedure is instrumental in diagnosing various vein conditions, providing physicians with the crucial information needed […]

Varicose Veins

Modern Heart and Vascular Institute Cardiovascular Specialist & Board Certified Cardiologist located in Humble, TX, Katy, TX, Cleveland, TX, The Woodlands, TX & Livingston, TX CALL (832) 644-8930 Varicose Veins Varicose veins are a common condition in which veins near the surface of the skin, typically in the legs, become swollen and twisted. Over 20% of adults will […]