John R. Bartholomew

Abstract: Jugular venous aneurysms are uncommon and can involve the internal, external and anterior jugular veins. These aneurysms may be congenital or acquired secondary to malignancy, inflammation, trauma or arteriovenous fistulas. Treatment strategies are not clearly defined and involve either surveillance of asymptomatic aneurysms or resection, excision, and ligation of the aneurysmal vein.

Lipedema: No, it’s not a typo. It’s a real condition that’s often overlooked or confused with lymphedema. And its hallmark is the development of too much fat below the waist. Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services. Policy “Because women with lipedema are often overweight, doctors are often dismissive,” says vascular medicine specialist John R. Bartholomew, MD.

When a patient presents with dyspnea and other symptoms suggestive of pulmonary embolism (PE) or chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension (CTEPH), a host of questions arise: Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center. Advertising on our site helps support our mission. We do not endorse non-Cleveland Clinic products or services Policy What criteria best distinguish these two entities? Which tests to order? If PE is suspected, is it subacute?