Dr. Sean Steenberge, MD, MSc is a vascular surgeon in Cleveland, OH specializing in vascular surgery. Dr. Sean Steenberge, MD, MSc is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic, Fairview Hospital, West Valley Medical Building and Avon - Richard E. Jacobs Health Center.
18101 Lorain Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44111
20455 Lorain Road Mail Code Wv2
Fairview Park, OH 44126
33100 Cleveland Clinic Boulevard
Avon, OH 44011
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195
Angiogram (Angiography)
Angiography is the use of x-rays to examine blood vessels, especially in order to identify any blocked or misshapen vessels that may cause problems. The test itself is called an angiogram. Some of the disorders that angiograms can be used to diagnose include:
During an angiogram, the doctor inserts a very thin, flexible tube called a catheter into a blood vessel through an opening in the groin or arm. The catheter is threaded through the body to the site of the suspected problem, where a small amount of dye is injected into the bloodstream and x-rays are taken. The dye makes the surrounding blood vessels visible via x-ray.
If necessary, certain procedures can be performed after an angiogram while the catheter is in place. Angioplasty is the use of a catheter to widen narrowed or blocked arteries. Stents are like tiny coiled springs that hold blood vessels open, and they can be placed during a catheterization. Damaged heart valves can also be repaired or replaced.
A typical angiogram takes about an hour to perform, but it may be longer if the catheterization is used to perform procedures on the blood vessels. It may be uncomfortable at times but is usually not painful. Afterwards, patients may be monitored for up to six hours to make sure any bleeding from the insertion site has stopped. They are given fluids to help flush the dye from their body. For a day or two after an angiogram it is important for patients to drink plenty of fluids and keep strenuous activity to a minimum.
Angioplasty
Angioplasty is a common, minimally invasive procedure performed to restore blood flow in arteries and veins that have become narrowed or blocked. Age or illness can cause plaque to build up at certain spots within the veins and arteries, and if enough collects, it can restrict the flow of blood. Angioplasty uses a tiny balloon at the end of a small, flexible tube to inflate within the narrowed section and open it up again.
Angioplasty may be performed in several different areas of the body and for a variety of reasons, most often:
During angioplasty, a patient is given a sedative while lying on a table under an x-ray machine. A catheter (a thin, flexible, and hollow tube) is inserted into the patient's skin in the arm or groin and guided into the blocked artery. Dye is injected via the catheter, and x-rays are used to position the tip of the catheter exactly at the blockage. The tiny balloon is guided through the catheter and inflated with saline. It pushes the plaque out of the way, squishing it against the walls of the artery. The balloon may be inflated and deflated several times to let blood pass by. A stent, a tiny tube of metal mesh like a spring, may be inserted to help keep the artery open. Then the x-ray is used again to check that blood is flowing properly, the catheter is removed, and the tiny incision is bandaged.
There are no nerves within veins and arteries, so an angioplasty is generally not painful. However, there may be some discomfort at the site of the incision and when the balloon is inflated. Overall, angioplasty is a very effective and low-risk procedure, useful for helping patients avoid more difficult bypass surgery.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sean Steenberge, MD, MSc for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Sean Steenberge, MD, MSc treated as a vascular surgeon in Cleveland, OH were vascular procedures, ultrasound (sonogram), pelvic imaging and abdominal imaging.
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He completed residency at Cleveland Clinic. He is certified by the Surgery - Vascular Surgery Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation and has a state license in Ohio.
Residency: Cleveland Clinic (2021)
Board Certification: Surgery - Vascular Surgery Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation
Licensed In: Ohio
Dr. Sean Steenberge, MD, MSc is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Sean Steenberge, MD, MSc has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 18 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Sean Steenberge, MD, MSc from all over the web to help you find the right in Cleveland, OH.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Sean Steenberge, MD, MSc. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,048
IN.PACT Admiral $123 |
MVP $94 |
Endurant $90 |
Concerto $55 |
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$263
EXCLUDER Conformable AAA Endoprosthesis with Active Control $213 |
GORE TAG Conformable Thoracic Endoprosthesis $35 |
VIABAHN VBX Balloon Expandable Endoprosthesis $16 |
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$199
CT THROMBECTOMY SYSTEM KIT $199 |
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$139
GENERAL THERAPIES $93 |
ELUVIA $46 |
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$38
PROLENE $38 |
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$127
ENROUTE Transcarotid Neuroprotection System $32 |
SABER $25 |
COSEAL $23 |
V.A.C. VERAFLO $20 |
Zenith $15 |
Other $12 |
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Dr. Sean Steenberge is a specialist in vascular surgery. Dr. Steenberge has a 5.0 out of 5 star average patient rating. These areas are among his clinical interests: renal angioplasty, thoracic outlet syndrome, and amputation. His residency was performed at Cleveland Clinic. He has received professional recognition including the following: Teaching Excellence Award, Cleveland Clinic; VIVA Fellows Program Scholarship2016-2017; and Resident Teaching Award, Cleveland Clinic. He is professionally affiliated with Fairview Hospital.
