Heart Attack A heart attack occurs when blood flow to the heart is interrupted. This deprives the heart muscle of oxygen, causing tissue damage or tissue death. Other names for heart attack include coronary attack, myocardial infarction, coronary thrombosis, and coronary occlusion.
The Vascular Institute of San Antonio
The Vascular Institute of San Antonio provides a complete complement of interventional and treatment options for patients suffering from Peripheral Vascular Disease, (PVD) as well as support programs and treatment options for patients with associated diseases such as diabetes and heart disease.
Hip Replacement
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total hip replacement is a surgery to replace a diseased or injured hip joint. An artificial ball-and-socket joint is inserted to make a new hip. The artificial joint is called a prosthesis.
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Knee Replacement
A diseased or injured knee is removed, and an artificial joint is inserted. This is done if you have pain and stiffness that limits normal activities. Before surgery, other measures are tried, such as: rest, medication, physical activity.
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