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What are varicose veins

This is a short animated video explaining what varicose veins are. The two systems of veins in the legs are described and how their join up and provide the drainage channels for blood for the leg circulation. The function of valves are explained and what happens when the valves stop working.

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Angioplasty of leg arteries

Thuis gentleman has kindly agreed to share his experiences of treatment for foot ulcers. He underwent a minimally invasive procedure - angioplasty under local anaesthetic which is performed as a day case procedure in the interventional radiology suite.

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in Lymphoedema

https://health-shared.com/stories/lymphoedema-1525272792197

Lymphoedema

Mr Peter Mortimer

The interviewee discusses the lymphatic system, its functions, and the condition known as lymphedema, including its symptoms, consequences, and current treatment methods.

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Anal fissure

An anal fissure is a tear or open sore (ulcer) that develops in the lining of the large intestine, near the anus. Anal fissures are quite common, with around 1 in every 10 people affected at some point in their life. They affect both sexes equally and people of all ages can get them. But children and young adults between 10 and 30 years of age are more likely to get anal fissures.[5] Anal fissure symptoms The most common symptoms of anal fissures a

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TAVI experiences

A playlist for people considering TAVI aortic valve replacement.

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in Health-shared Community

https://health-shared.com/stories/what-does-it-feel-like-to-have-a-procedure-0396 30 second video narrating why patient experiences are important.

What does it feel like to have a procedure

prof. Usman Jaffer

Professor William Harrop-Griffith narrates a 30 second video talking about how people who have personal experience of healthcare or medical procedures are an essential resource for people considering have a procedure themselves.

What does it feel like to have a procedure