Author Archives: Prof. Dr. Yavuz Beşoğul

What is a Cardiovascular Plaque?

Atherosclerotic plaque is a pathological formation inside arteries, consisting of fat, cholesterol, calcium, and cellular [...]

What Causes Swollen Ankles and Feet?

Foot swelling occurs due to fluid accumulation in tissues, often resulting from circulatory, renal, or [...]

Signs & Symptoms of Varicose Veins

Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins that develop due to venous insufficiency. Early symptoms include [...]

Leg pain: Types, causes, and treatment

Leg pain is a common symptom that can arise from musculoskeletal, vascular, or neurological causes. [...]

What causes unexplained bruising on the legs?

Bruising on the legs may indicate underlying medical conditions, particularly when it occurs without trauma. [...]

Compression Stockings: Benefits and Side Effects

Compression stockings are medical devices designed to apply controlled pressure on the legs, supporting venous [...]

Capillary Varicose Vein Treatment

Capillary varicose vein treatment focuses on eliminating small, superficial veins that appear as red or [...]

What Causes Arm Pain? Causes of Right and Left Arm Pain

Arm pain is a common symptom that can arise from musculoskeletal, neurological, or cardiovascular causes. [...]

Synthetic Graft

A vascular graft is an artificial or biological conduit used to replace or bypass diseased [...]

Life After Heart Valve Surgery

Life after heart valve surgery involves adaptation to physical and lifestyle changes that support heart [...]

What is CVS Intensive Care Unit and Which Diseases Does It Cover?

A Cardiovascular Surgery Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) is a specialized unit where patients recovering from [...]

Nutrition Guide in Cardiovascular Diseases

A nutrition guide for cardiovascular diseases emphasizes the importance of diet in protecting heart health. [...]

Kılcal Damar Çatlaması Nedir? Neden Olur?

Kılcal damar çatlaması, tıbbi adıyla telanjiektazi, cilde yakın konumdaki en ince kan damarlarının esnekliğini kaybederek [...]

Kalp Baypass Ameliyatı: Başarı Oranları ve Ölüm Riski

Koroner baypass cerrahisi, günümüzde %90’ı aşan genel başarı oranı ve planlı operasyonlarda %1 ila %3 [...]

Symptoms of Impaired Blood Circulation in the Leg

Leg circulation disorders cause symptoms such as coldness, numbness, pain, and swelling due to insufficient [...]

Heart Bypass Surgery Cost in Turkey, USA & UK

Bypass surgery prices vary according to the number of bypasses performed, hospital facilities, and surgeon [...]

What is Ascending Aortic Aneurysm? Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

Ascending aortic aneurysm is a localized dilation of the ascending aorta due to weakening of [...]

What is Cardiac Arrest? Why Does It Happen, How to Intervene?

Cardiac arrest symptoms occur suddenly and require immediate medical attention. The most typical signs are [...]

Holt Oram Sendromu Belirtileri, Nedenleri ve Tedavisi

Holt-Oram sendromu, kalp ve üst ekstremite kemiklerinde doğuştan anormalliklerle seyreden nadir bir genetik hastalıktır. TBX5 [...]

Sternotomi

Sternotomi, göğüs kemiğinin (sternum) cerrahi olarak ortadan kesilerek göğüs boşluğuna ulaşılmasını sağlayan bir ameliyat yöntemidir. [...]

Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)

A Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) is a mechanical pump implanted to support patients with [...]

Renovasküler Hipertansiyon: Nedenleri, Belirtileri ve Tedavisi

Renovasküler hipertansiyon, böbreklere giden atardamarlarda daralma veya tıkanma sonucu gelişen, tedaviye dirençli yüksek tansiyon türüdür. [...]

Home Care After Bypass Surgery

Home care after bypass surgery is essential for recovery and prevention of complications. Patients must [...]

Kalp Ameliyatı Öncesi ve Sonrası Beslenme

Kalp ameliyatı öncesi beslenme, vücudu cerrahi strese karşı güçlendiren protein ve enerji odaklı bir hazırlık [...]