Learn about ERAS Conditions Conditions Arterio-Venous Malformation (AVM) An arterio-venous malformation (AVM) is usually caused by abnormal development of blood vessels in the lung. An AVM is an abnormal connection between an artery and vein in the lungs. Carotid Artery Disease The USC Center for Vascular Care is a leader in the evaluation and treatment […]
Our Program Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in both men and women. More than 610,000 Americans die of heart disease each year — which equals 1 in 4 deaths. These include strokes, ruptured aneurysms and heart attacks. It is the mission of the USC Cardiac and Vascular Institute (CVI) to not only […]
Does drinking alcohol raise blood pressure? What are the signs of high blood pressure? Find out the answers — and the truth behind common blood pressure misconceptions. High blood pressure affects nearly half of adults in the United States, but only 1 in 4 has it under control. Also called hypertension, high blood pressure happens […]
