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Non-contrast MRI outperforms DSA in detecting below-the-knee arteries in CLTI patients

Researchers have shown that quiescent-inflow single-shot (QISS) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is able to identify more below-the-knee vessel segments than digital subtraction angiography (DSA)...

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Unionization for vascular surgeons: Are you ready to join?

Vascular Specialist readers may wonder why I am now raising this topic amid current challenges facing vascular surgery, like governmental concerns, low reimbursement, specialty...

The benefits of a heart and vascular institute

Vikram S. Kashyap, MD, pushes back against a recent editorial from Vascular Specialist medical editor Malachi Sheahan III, MD, in which the latter called...

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SVS international chapters strengthen global ties in vascular surgery

The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) continues to expand its global footprint through its 13 international chapters, fostering collaboration and visibility for vascular surgeons...

SVS set to take part in ACC smoking cessation webinar

The Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) will take part in an upcoming webinar titled “Breaking the Habit, Saving Lives: The National Quality Initiative Push...

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As vascular surgeons, we strive to practice comprehensive vascular surgery care. This entails the medical and surgical management of patients with a wide range of vascular diagnoses. Patients with advanced vascular disease experience significantly reduced quality of life and...

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Whether you're a seasoned vascular surgeon or a first-time attendee, Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) Program Committee Chair Jason Lee, MD, and Postgraduate Education Committee (PGEC) Chair Claudie Sheahan, MD, want you to know there’s a place—and a pathway—for...

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