Dr. Christopher Huff, Interventional Cardiologist and Vascular Medicine specialist, breaks down deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE)—two serious conditions that can affect anyone.
We’ve all heard the phrase “silent killer” tossed around, but few conditions embody that description quite like Venous Thromboembolism (VTE)—a condition that often lurks beneath the surface until urgent treatment is indicated.
In this episode, Dr. Christopher Huff, an interventional cardiologist with a front-row seat to the devastating impact of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), walks us through what happens when a clot forms in the legs, breaks loose, and heads to the lungs, changing or ending a life—in seconds.
Dr. Huff shares stories from the field, including patients who seemed perfectly healthy until they weren’t, all blindsided by a clot they never saw coming.
We dive into the mechanics of clot formation—how simple things such as sitting too long on a flight can trigger a chain reaction.
More importantly, Dr. Huff explains how advancements in mechanical thrombectomy—minimally invasive procedures designed to physically remove clots—are changing the game, offering hope and immediate relief for those suffering from venous thromboembolism.
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