Celiac artery compression syndrome, also known as median arcuate ligament syndrome, is a condition where a muscular fibrous band of the diaphragm, the median arcuate ligament, compresses the celiac ...

Low blood pressure can also put older adults at an increased risk for falls. Pregnant people: A condition known as supine hypotension syndrome or aortocaval compression syndrome can cause low blood ...

May-Thurner Syndrome (MTS) is a condition characterized by the compression of the left common iliac vein (LCIV) by the right common iliac artery, leading to venous outflow obstruction. This ...

If you’ve been dealing with leg fatigue or poor blood circulation, compression socks may help. By applying gentle pressure to your calves and ankles, compression socks help prevent fluid buildup ...

Aortocaval fistulas and abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) are serious vascular conditions that can lead to significant morbidity and mortality if not managed appropriately. An aortocaval fistula ...

What is Cushing's syndrome? Cushing's syndrome is a hormonal disorder. It’s caused when you have high levels of the hormone cortisol over a long time. Cushing's syndrome is fairly rare. It most often ...

Iliac Vein Compression Syndrome (IVCS) is a common risk factor for deep vein thrombosis in the lower extremities. The objective of this study was to investigate whether employing a porous medium model ...

As helpful as they are for soreness and fatigue, compression socks get a bad wrap. They’re usually associated with the unattractive, stuffy garments you are prescribed medically or pick up at a ...

As the uterus achieves a contracted state following fetal delivery, aortocaval decompression and an autotransfusion of uterine blood occur, resulting in an increase in cardiac preload. This ...

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a common peripheral entrapment neuropathy resulting from compression of the median nerve at the wrist that often results in high medical treatment costs, lost work time ...