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It is important to weigh yourself daily. To do this: Make sure you use a reliable scale. Use the same scale each day. Keep this daily weight chart near your scale. Weigh yourself each morning at the same time after you use the bathroom. Before weighing yourself: Take off your shoes. Make sure you are […]
To take your blood pressure, you will need a blood pressure machine. You may be prescribed one, or you can buy a blood pressure machine (blood pressure monitor) at your clinic, drug store, or online. When choosing one, look for these features: An automatic monitor that has an arm cuff. A cuff that wraps snugly, […]
Fluid restriction means that a person needs to limit the amount of fluid he or she drinks each day due to certain health conditions. The amount of fluid that a person is allowed each day (fluid allowance) may depend on several things, such as: Kidney function. How much fluid the body is holding on to […]
First-degree atrioventricular (AV) block is a condition that causes the electrical signals that travel from the heart’s upper chambers (atria) to its lower chambers (ventricles) to move too slowly. As a result, the heart may beat more slowly than normal. First-degree AV block is the least serious type of heart block. Second- and third-degree AV […]
A femoropopliteal bypass is a surgery to allow blood to go around (bypass) a blocked artery in the leg. The artery may become blocked with plaque, which is a buildup of fat. Arteries carry blood that brings oxygen and nutrients to the body. The femoral artery is in the upper part of the leg. It […]
Femorofemoral bypass, or femoral-femoral bypass, is a surgery to improve blood flow (circulation) in the legs. You may need this procedure if your iliac artery is blocked. The iliac artery is one of the main blood vessels that supplies blood to the legs. One branch of the iliac artery (external iliac artery) becomes the femoral […]
The following information offers guidance on how to care for yourself after your procedure. Your health care provider may also give you more specific instructions. If you have problems or questions, contact your health care provider. What can I expect after the procedure? After the procedure, it is common to have bruising and tenderness at […]
Femoral endarterectomy is surgery to clear a blocked femoral artery. The femoral artery is the main blood vessel that supplies blood to the legs. It is found in the groin area. The femoral artery can become blocked by a buildup of fat, cholesterol, calcium, and other substances (plaque). This blockage is also called peripheral vascular […]
Eating a diet that limits fat and cholesterol may help lower your risk for heart disease and other conditions. Your body needs fat and cholesterol for basic functions, but eating too much of these things can be harmful to your health. Your health care provider may order lab tests to check your blood fat (lipid) […]