Lakeland Vascular Institute

When the symptoms of BPH cannot be controlled through conventional treatment, several interventions now exist.
To help you make an informed decision, Lakeland Vascular offers a comparison guide that shows how Prostate Artery Embolization (PAE) compares to other treatment options. Decide for yourself what your path to healing looks like.https://www.lakelandvascular.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/RIS-LVI-PAE-Comparison-Guide-Flyer.pdf

About 20-80% of women develop fibroids by the time they reach age 50.

Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths that develop in the uterus. They can vary in size, from as small as a seed to as large as a grapefruit! These growths are made up of muscle and fibrous tissue and can cause symptoms like heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, frequent urination, and pressure in the abdomen. However, many women with fibroids may not experience any symptoms at all.

If you suspect you have uterine fibroids or are experiencing related symptoms, contact our caring team to schedule a consult with our specialists: 863.577.0316.

"Are you one of the 30 million Americans who suffer from knee pain due to osteoarthritis? Lakeland Vascular is here to help!

Genicular Artery Embolization (G*E) is a groundbreaking non-surgical treatment that targets the source of your knee pain. One study in 2021 showed that the average pain scores decreased from 8 out of 10 to 3 out of 10 within the first week of the procedure.

G*E is an outpatient procedure and has a shorter recovery time than traditional surgery.

If you're ready to say goodbye to your knee pain, call our team to schedule a consult: 863.577.0316 "

An Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) uses sound waves to create images of your artery in real-time to evaluate your arteries to see if they're normal, and if there's plaque. It defines the extent and type of plaque that may cause blockages and is useful in diagnosing and planning treatment. During coronary angiography, a catheter with an ultrasound probe is threaded into the artery to the area to be tested. The ultrasound catheter sends sound waves and receives echoes from the sound waves as they bounce back from the body’s tissues. These echoes are translated by a computer into images of the artery.

Aortic dissection is a life-threatening heart condition where the inside lining of the main artery (aorta) carries blood away from the heart and tears.

While the aortic wall rarely tears, if it does the blood flow can cause it to rupture and cause serious internal bleeding. Risk factors include high blood pressure, existing aortic aneurysm, and trauma to the chest.

The vascular specialists at Lakeland Vascular can evaluate the health of the arteries and diagnose any dissection. https://www.lakelandvascular.com/services/vascular-disease/

🌟 We're Looking for an Interventional Radiology Physician Assistant to join our team! 🌟

Are you a dedicated and skilled Physician Assistant ready to make a significant impact in patient care? Join our Lakeland Florida team and work alongside top-tier professionals in a dynamic and supportive environment!

Role Highlights:
-Perform preliminary diagnoses, order and interpret diagnostic tests (x-rays, ECGs, blood work), and recommend follow-up procedures.
-Provide general health education, assist with emergency treatments, and support complex procedures.
-Perform minimally invasive vascular and non-vascular procedures independently or under supervision, including port placements, ultrasound-guided biopsies, and more.

Do you have excellent diagnostic and clinical skills, a strong ability to work in a team and communicate effectively, are committed to ongoing education and professional development, and can handle emergencies and complex procedures confidently?

If this sounds like you, apply here: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=1412b117-845b-4955-9db0-6cf6a5c07090&ccId=19000101_000001&type=JS&lang=en_US&jobId=913877

NBC News (2/12, Carroll) reports “people who lower the amount of salt in their diets by using a salt substitute may significantly decrease the risk of developing high blood pressure, a study”. The study “found that cutting salt back by more than a third by swapping in another mineral supplement – salty-tasting potassium chloride – along with other flavorings, such as mushroom, seaweed and lemon, was protective against high blood pressure over a two-year period.” The findings were published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

Read the full report: https://www.ama-assn.org/about/publications-newsletters/top-news-stories-ama-morning-rounds-week-feb-12-2024

According to Seconds Count, over 314,000 women lost their lives to heart disease in 2020.

While there are risk factors that affect both men and women (like smoking, diabetes, and family history), there are special considerations that put women at a higher risk for treatment complications, such as preeclampsia.

For more in-depth information and preventative support, visit: https://www.secondscount.org/womens-cardiovascular-health

A study published by the British Journal of Sports Medicine showed that men were 35% less likely to develop prostate cancer when their cardiorespiratory fitness improved.

Cardiorespiratory fitness refers to how well the heart and lungs deliver oxygen to the muscles during exercise. So, no matter your age, it's time to get up and get moving for your health!

See the full article here: https://www.nbcnews.com/health/cancer/improving-fitness-lower-risk-prostate-cancer-study-rcna136215

Once you and your care team decide on a treatment for Peripheral Artery Disease, you may be wondering what the recovery process looks like.

How long will I need to recover?
How soon can I get back to normal activities?

If you and your care team opt for a minimally invasive procedure, your downtime will be considerably shorter than open surgery, and post-procedure follow-up usually happens within a few weeks.

Consider reaching out to our vascular specialists to discuss your options: 863-577-0316

The Get A Pulse on PAD patient education campaign empowers people by encouraging them to take an active role in the Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) treatment decision-making process.

It starts with choosing the right treatment for you. PAD treatment is not one-size-fits-all, and depends on the severity and symptoms. For mild symptoms, simple lifestyle changes like quitting to***co and increasing exercise can help. More severe cases may require a vascular procedure.

The team at Lakeland Vascular Institute offers minimally invasive treatments that restore blood flow and reduce recovery time. https://www.lakelandvascular.com/PAD/

Your doctor may recommend abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair to treat an aneurysm - a bulging, weak spot in the aorta that may be at risk for rupturing.

Lakeland Vascular Institute offers two options for aneurysm repair: endovascular grafting with stent placement and traditional open surgical repair. Open repair requires an incision to be made in the abdomen for the doctor to access the aneurysm for repair. An endovascular grafting with stent placement is a tube composed of fabric supported by a metal mesh called a stent. It is placed via a catheter that is guided through the veins to the place of repair.

Consult with our vascular specialists to discuss the best procedure for you: https://www.lakelandvascular.com/services/vascular-disease/

Cancer may spread from any part of the body to the liver, where the cancer cells may grow for months or years before they are detected. Surgical removal of liver tumors offers the best chance for a cure but liver tumors are often inoperable because the tumor may be too large, or may have grown into major blood vessels.

Embolization offers another solution. It cuts off the blood supply feeding the tumor, allowing it to shrink and go away.

If you'd like to know more about this alternative visit: https://www.lakelandvascular.com/services/cancer-treatment/

The main symptom of pelvic congestion syndrome is pelvic pain that lasts at least 6 months. This pain often first starts during or after a pregnancy. It may worsen after a later pregnancy. Common symptoms are pain before or during periods, feeling a sudden need to urinate, and enlarged and distorted veins on the buttocks, external ge****ls, or thighs.

Ovarian Vein Embolization is a minimally invasive procedure that seals off the faulty veins and reduces symptoms. If you've noticed enlarged veins in the pelvic area, contact Lakeland Vascular Institute: https://www.lakelandvascular.com/services/uterine-fibroids-pelvic-congestion/

Thank you for sharing your experience Lonnie! Words like these fuel our passion for what we do.

If you're experiencing pain and discomfort, learn more about our minimally invasive solutions at https://www.lakelandvascular.com/services/

A gastrostomy tube may need to be reinserted after accidental dislodgement, or it may need to be removed and replaced because of a malfunction, such as tubing that is cracked or a balloon that no longer works. Gastrostomy tubes may be changed on a schedule to prevent malfunction.

If you have a gastrostomy (GI) tube or a nephrostomy tube, you don't have to return to the hospital when it needs to be fixed or replaced. Give us a call to set up a consultation: (863) 577-0316

Today is , a special day to celebrate and commend the doctors in our community who dedicate their lives to keeping the public healthy and informed on their overall health.

We especially want to thank the doctors on our team, and we encourage you to as well the next time you're here for an appointment!

March is , and at Lakeland Vascular Institute, we're committed to providing cutting-edge solutions to kidney tumors.

Did you know that tumors need a blood supply to grow?
Our board-certified interventional radiologists specialize in using the vascular system to deliver targeted treatments like biopsies and cryoablation directly to renal tumors, offering hope and effective options for patients.

Visit our website to learn more: https://www.lakelandvascular.com/services/cancer-treatment/

You may be dealing with an enlarged prostate.

Also known as Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH), this condition happens more frequently to men 50+ and affects the ability to properly urinate. Now, there is a minimally invasive solution to BPH called Prostate Artery Embolization

1 in 20 people over 50 years of age experience Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), but over 70% of Americans haven't ever heard of this condition. PAD is caused by a buildup of cholesterol and scar tissue on the walls of the artery, known as ""plaque"". This plaque builds up over time and restricts blood flow.

If you are over the age of 50, are a current or former smoker, or have a family history of PAD, learn more about PAD with this informational brochure provided by the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions: https://www.secondscount.org/get-a-pulse-pad

We treat spinal fractures with methods called Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty! For both of these procedures, a needle is guided into the spinal fracture and then cement is inserted to stabilize the fracture and allow it to heal. You can learn more about it on our website: https://www.lakelandvascular.com/services/spine-pain-fractures/

IR is a powerful FDA-approved technique that can treat a wide range of conditions by utilizing imaging tools to guide targeted treatments.

✅ Fibroids
✅ Blocked Arteries
✅ Blood Clots

These are just a few of the conditions that can be treated with IR.
If you are experiencing any of the above conditions or want to know if we can treat what ails you, call us! (863) 577-0316

Embolization means cutting off the blood supply, which a tumor needs to grow. Lakeland Vascular Institute offers many different forms of embolization to treat liver tumors. Visit our website to get more information about the treatments for liver tumors. https://www.lakelandvascular.com/services/cancer-treatment/

Your heart pumps blood through your body, delivering nutrients and oxygen while eliminating waste. It keeps every part of the body functioning! Do something today to increase your heart health, whether it's eating some fresh fruits and vegetables, getting some exercise, or managing stress. Lakeland Vascular Institute offers many vascular procedures to restore blood flow throughout the body. Learn more about our procedures here: https://www.lakelandvascular.com/services/vascular-disease/

Pelvic pain is a symptom of Pelvic Congestion Syndrome.
Many people realize they have Pelvic Congestion Syndrome (PCS) when they experience chronic pelvic pain. PCS is the result of enlarged veins within the pelvis. The valves within the veins become weak and do not close properly, causing the blood to flow backward into the vein. This results in pressure or pain in the vein. Lakeland Vascular Institute offers a treatment for PCS called Ovarian Vein Embolization. If you think you might have PCS, please visit our website to schedule a consultation.
https://www.lakelandvascular.com/services/uterine-fibroids-pelvic-congestion/

After suffering from leg pain for more than 10 years, Kerri decided enough was enough. She found Lakeland Vascular Institute and her treatment worked, 100%. She says this procedure gave her her life back after she had no hope.
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Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) with Lakeland Vascular Institute - Patient Success Story: Kerrie Lakeland Vascular Institute's patient Kerrie, shares her journey of getting her peripheral artery disease treated by the interventional radiologists at Lakel...

If you are experiencing pelvic pain or discomfort, urinary incontinence, frequent urination, and heavy menstrual bleeding, you may have uterine fibroids. At LVI, we offer a minimally invasive procedure called Uterine Fibroid Embolization that only targets the fibroid and preserves the health of the surrounding uterus. Visit our website today to learn more! https://www.lakelandvascular.com/services/uterine-fibroids-pelvic-congestion/

If you have a spine fracture and are looking for an alternative to open surgery, Lakeland Vascular Institute has a solution for you! We offer Kyphoplasty, a procedure that involves filling and stabilizing the fracture by an interventional radiologist and only involves a small nick in the skin. Most patients who undergo Kyphoplasty experience immediate pain relief after the procedure. Read about Kyphoplasty on our page: https://www.lakelandvascular.com/services/spine-pain-fractures/

Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE) is a minimally invasive treatment alternative to hysterectomies to treat uterine fibroids. These fibroids are non-cancerous but can cause severe symptoms that interfere with daily life. At Lakeland Vascular, our UFE procedure has demonstrated a significant increase in quality of life after a UFE procedure. Learn more about the procedure: https://www.lakelandvascular.com/services/uterine-fibroids-pelvic-congestion/

How are you celebrating the season? We're celebrating with friends and family and looking forward to providing top-notch vascular care in the new year!