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Georgia Vascular Institute

Interventional and Endovascular Surgery in Stockbridge and Camp Creek, Atlanta, GA


Effective and Non-Invasive Fibroid Treatment Options for Long-Lasting Relief
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Georgia Vascular Institute
Interventional and Endovascular Surgery in Stockbridge and Camp Creek, Atlanta, GA

Effective and Non-Invasive Fibroid Treatment Options for Long-Lasting Relief
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Georgia Vascular Institute
Interventional and Endovascular Surgery in Stockbridge and Camp Creek, Atlanta, GA

Effective and Non-Invasive Fibroid Treatment Options for Long-Lasting Relief
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Georgia Vascular Institute
Interventional and Endovascular Surgery in Stockbridge and Camp Creek, Atlanta, GA

Effective and Non-Invasive Fibroid Treatment Options for Long-Lasting Relief
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Discover the Latest Fibroid Treatment Methods That Can Help You Manage Symptoms and Improve Your Quality of Life Without Surgery. From Medications to Non-Invasive Procedures, We've Got You Covered.

Georgia Vascular Institute
About Georgia Vascular Institute

Georgia Vascular Institute offers advanced treatments for women who are struggling with uterine fibroids and anyone dealing with hemorrhoids. 

Board-certified vascular and interventional radiologist Kevin Carson, MD, CAQ, and his compassionate team welcome patients at two offices located in Atlanta and Stockbridge, Georgia.

By the time most women with fibroids seek help from the team at Georgia Vascular Institute, they’ve spent months or years in pain and dealing with vaginal bleeding. 

This delay in treatment concerns Dr. Carson because it puts all women at risk of developing serious health problems like anemia and infertility. 

However, he especially encourages African-American women to schedule a consultation because they’re three times more likely to develop fibroids than White women.

Dr. Carson has devoted his practice to empowering all women with health information and effective treatments that restore their well-being. He eliminates fibroid symptoms and preserves a healthy uterus through a nonsurgical, outpatient procedure called uterine fibroid embolization.

The Georgia Vascular Institute team welcomes everyone needing help with hemorrhoids. They encourage anyone who has rectal bleeding to schedule an appointment and learn how a safe, minimally invasive procedure, hemorrhoidal embolization, can eliminate their bleeding and hemorrhoids.

As a vascular and interventional radiologist, Dr. Carson performs procedures using a very tiny cut that lets him insert a catheter into a blood vessel. He uses real-time imaging to guide the catheter to the fibroid or hemorrhoid, then treats the problem from inside the blood vessel.

Patients go home the same day, recover quickly, and return to their life, full of energy and without the symptoms that kept them down.

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Uterine Fibroids Affect 70-80% of Women, Causing Pain and Discomfort
Uterine Fibroids: What Every Woman Needs to Know About This Common Health Concern

Uterine fibroids are a common health issue that many women face. They are non-cancerous growths that develop in the uterus and cause heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, and pressure.

70 to 80 percent of women will develop uterine fibroids during their lifetime. Although they are generally asymptomatic, they can still be painful and cause health problems.
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Common Conditions
Fibroid Disparities
The Silent Threat to Black Women's Reproductive Health:
Uterine Fibroids

SYMPTOMS:

● Heavy menstrual bleeding
● Prolonged menstrual periods lasting seven days or more
● Pelvic pressure or pain
● Difficulty emptying the bladder
● Frequent urination
● Constipation
● Backache or leg pain
● Enlarged or swollen abdomen
● Painful Intercourse
● Infertility or recurrent miscarriage (in some cases)

It is important to note that black women are more commonly diagnosed with uterine fibroids, which can decrease reproductive abilities and occur at a younger age. Seeking medical attention for uterine fibroids sooner rather than later is crucial for young women's reproductive health.
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Recognizing the Signs:
Symptoms of Uterine Fibroids
Symptoms of uterine fibroids can be challenging and frustrating for women. They include heavy bleeding, pain, painful sex, anemia, loneliness, and frustration, and can even cause depression and social anxiety. The bleeding associated with uterine fibroids can be heavy and prolonged, leading to fatigue, weakness, and anemia, This can cause social isolation and loneliness, as women may feel too tired or weak to participate in activities they enjoy. Painful sec can also cause emotional distress, affecting a woman's intimate relationships and leading to feelings of inadequacy, frustration, and embarrassment.
SYMPTOMS:

● Heavy menstrual bleeding
● Prolonged menstrual periods lasting seven days or more
● Pelvic pressure or pain
● Difficulty emptying the bladder
● Frequent urination
● Constipation
● Backache or leg pain
● Enlarged or swollen abdomen
● Painful Intercourse
● Infertility or recurrent miscarriage (in some cases)
Uterine Fibroid Embolization
Treatment & Relief
Non-surgical Uterine Fibroid Emobolization: Major Advancement in Women's Health
Uterine fibroid embolization (UFE), also known as uterine atery embolizatio, is performed by an interventional radiologist, a physician who is trained to perform this and other types of emboliozation and minimally invasive procedures. It is performed while the patient is conscious, but sedated and feeling no pain. It does not require general anesthesia.

The interventional radiologist makes a tiny nick in the skin in the froin and inserts a catheter into the femoral atery. Using real-time imaging, the physcian guides the catheter through the atery. Using real-time imaging, the physician guides the catheter through the atery and then releases tiny particles, the size of grains of sand, into the uterine arteries that supply blood to the fibroid tumor. This blocks the blood flow to the fubroid tumer and causes it to shrink and die.
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Prepping for The Procedure
Before the procedure, you may need to fast overnight and discuss any medications you are taking with your healthcare provider. 
Prior to the procedure, you will undergo a preoperative evaluation whcih may include blood tests, imaging stufies, and other tests as needed to ensure you are a suitable candidate for the procedure. You should also inform your healthcare provider of anyu medications or supplements you are taking, as they may need to be temporarily discontinued before the procedure. 

In addition, you will be instructed to refrain from eating or drinking anything for several hours before the procedure. You will need to make arrangement for someone to drive you home after the procedure, as you may not be able to drive due to sedation.
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During the Procedure

During the procedure, you will be given sedation and a local anesthetic to numb the area. The radiologist makes a small neddle puncture in the right leg and then iinserts a small catheter into the semoral atery. Smalll particles are injected to block blood flow to the fibroids, and the procedure typically takes thirty minutes to complete. 
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Procedure Aftercare

After the procedure, you may experience cramping very similar to labor pains. Dr. Carson and his time are available to help with recovery. You should avoid heavy listing and stenuous exercise for two weeks and follow up with your healthcare provider as directed. Although UFE is an extremely safe procedure, as with any surgery, there are risks.
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Dr. Carson and his staff are so professional and helpful! I had the UFE procedure, after my procedure they called and checked up on me almost everyday. They answered any questions I had! I have been suffering from fibroids for years and I finally found the help I needed!!! Thank You!!

L.M.,
-UFE Patient
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Great ! Dr Carson was awesome! Everything went well and I had awesome results!

Estina Corker
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Dr. Carson and the staff are amazing! They provided excellent service.

J Manley
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Dr. Carson is the most caring doctor I've ever encountered. The staff was awesome!

Trell A
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This is best experience I have ever had dealing with a doctor and staff. 

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Insurances we accept
We accept most insurance providers. If you have specific questions regarding your coverage, please contact us for additional information.

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Our Locations


Stockbridge

1215 Eagles Landing Parkway, Suite 105
Stockbridge, GA 30281

Hours Of Operation:
Monday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed
Atlanta

3886 Princeton Lakes Way, Suite 100
Atlanta, GA 30331

Hours Of Operation:
Monday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed