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Chronic venous insufficiency occurs when malfunctioning valves in the leg veins prevent blood from flowing back to the heart. 

Cancerous cells in the large intestine/colon, usually beginning with polyps

Lumps of cells located on the colon, rectum, or both, which could develop into colorectal cancer

In most cases, heart defects can be controlled without the need for surgery, but the condition of some patients may worsen as they get older. Individuals with a congenital heart disease who are referred to TGH by their physician will be evaluated to determine what approach would benefit them the most. The experienced team of medical professionals employed in Tampa General Hospital’s Heart Transplant Center performs a high volume of successful adult heart transplants every year. TGH also is a recognized leader in the field of circulatory support and ventricular assist devices (VADs).