Vascular Medicine
Vascular medicine focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of problems in the blood vessels, notably the leg arteries and veins. We use the latest technology to perform vascular intervention, also known as peripheral vascular intervention, as the treatment of these blockages without the use of incisions or traditional open-surgery.
What Is a Vascular Disease?
Vascular disease includes circulatory system conditions comprising veins, arteries, and lymphatic vessels. If potentially harmful vascular conditions are left untreated, they could enable plaque buildup or inflammation, causing further complications. That’s why seeking treatment as soon as possible is crucial to improving and maintaining vascular health.
The Importance of Vascular Medical Care
The earlier vascular disease is identified, the better our specialists can care for you. Critical Limb Ischemia (CLI), or chronic limb threatening ischemia, occurs when the circulation in the legs is so compromised that there is a risk for amputation. CLI is a chronic condition that causes extreme pain in the feet or toes, including sores or wounds that do not heal. Our highest priority is Limb Salvage, using a comprehensive approach to improving your vascular system and prevent amputation.
Innovative Vascular Testing and Analysis
Our vascular specialists use the latest and most advanced testing to detect, assess, and diagnose vascular disease. We may provide you with one or more of the following tests:
- Ankle-brachial index (ABI), with treadmill exercise included
- Aortoiliac duplex for abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)
- Arterial duplexes for upper and lower extremities
- Bypass graft duplex
- Carotid duplex
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
- Mesenteric, celiac, and renal artery stenosis
- Pulse volume recordings (PVRs
- Segmental pressures
- Venous reflux and mapping