Proximal lesions of the subclavian artery are mostly asymptomatic, often noted during physical examination by asymmetric pulses or blood pressures between both upper extremities. Although these ...

Of especial importance in a patient with stenosis or occlusion of the first portion of the subclavian artery is the contribution made by the contralateral vertebral artery. Blood may reach the ...

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition in which one or more of the arteries supplying blood to the body ... neurological symptoms with subclavian steal syndrome, a condition associated ...

Thoracic aortic dissection occurs when the intima of the aorta becomes compromised and “tears” or “dissects” a new layer that fills with blood ... seen if the subclavian artery is involved ...

The Naples Comprehensive Health Rooney Heart Institute performed its first thoracic branch endoprosthesis procedure, marking another advancement in cardiac and vascular care.

The first evaluation for subclavian artery occlusive disease should always be a simple measurement of bilateral brachial artery blood pressures. A significant difference between the two ...