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Asked & Answered Podcast

Asked & Answered Podcast

By: The Texas Heart Institute
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The Texas Heart Institute Center for Cardiovascular Care's general and interventional cardiologist, Dr. Alexander Postalian, answers patients' questions about cardiovascular health.


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Read more about our specialties: www.texasheartmedical.org/edu

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Episodes
  • How do I know if I have varicose veins or chronic venous insufficiency?
    Jun 3 2025

    Symptoms of varicose veins often worsen by day's end, leading to pain, cramping, leg swelling, and visible veins.

    Read more varicose veins here: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/varicose-veins/

    Read more about our specialties: https://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/

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    2 mins
  • What is an abdominal aortic aneurysm and what are the risks?
    May 20 2025

    Dr. Jorge Miranda explains vascular surgery and addresses key questions about abdominal aortic aneurysms. He highlights the risks associated with the aorta, comparing its dilation to a balloon that can burst. Treatment options include minimally invasive stent grafts and open surgeries for aneurysm replacement.

    Read more about our aneurysms: https://www.texasheartmedical.org/our-specialties/aneurysm/

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    2 mins
  • What is carotid artery disease and how is it related to stroke?
    May 6 2025

    Dr. Jorge Miranda explains the carotid artery's importance in supplying blood to the brain and its link to stroke risk. She discusses various treatment options for carotid artery problems, including open surgery to remove plaque, stenting to widen the artery, and a hybrid procedure that combines both methods.

    Read more about carotid artery disease: https://www.texasheart.org/heart-health/heart-information-center/topics/carotid-artery-disease/

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    2 mins

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