Blood circulates throughout the body via arteries that deliver oxygen to organs and tissues, and veins that return blood to the heart, which pumps oxygenated blood throughout the body. Proper blood flow is essential for bodily function. Vascular surgery specializes in treating issues related to arteries and veins, employing medical, minimally invasive, or open surgical approaches. At Reem Hospital, our vascular surgeons offer advanced surgical and minimally invasive treatments, along with medical care for all vascular conditions. Our experienced vascular doctors are prepared to address your vascular issues and restore your health.
If you experience any of the following symptoms, seek medical help from a vascular surgeon:
1. Leg pain
2. Difficulty walking
3. Nighttime foot pain at rest
4. Non-healing sores or infections on the foot and toes
5. Swelling in the legs
6. Referral from another healthcare provider
Endovascular Surgery: This method uses minimally invasive techniques with small incisions, resulting in quicker recovery and shorter hospital stays. Common procedures include angioplasty, stent placement, and thrombolytic therapy.
Open Surgery: Involves larger incisions to directly access and treat affected blood vessels. Although recovery times and hospital stays are typically longer than with endovascular surgery, it is necessary for procedures such as carotid endarterectomy and bypass surgery.
Endovascular procedures have become increasingly preferred, reducing the frequency of open surgeries for vascular conditions. However, open surgery remains crucial for complex cases that require direct access and meticulous treatment of vascular issues.
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At Reem Hospital, we provide state-of-the-art vascular surgery technology, including endovascular, laser, and open surgeries. Our focus is on minimizing pain, reducing hospital stays, and promoting faster recovery times. Our team of experienced healthcare professionals and vascular doctors is dedicated to your health and comfort, ensuring optimal healthcare services with compassionate support
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Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a severe condition marked by the formation of blood clots in deep veins, often causing throbbing pain and swelling in one leg, typically in the calf or thigh, especially when walking or standing. Other symptoms may include warm or red/darkened skin around the affected area. If left untreated, DVT poses a risk of pulmonary embolism (PE).
Standard treatment involves anticoagulant medications to prevent clot migration. In cases where medication is not suitable, an IVC filter may be implanted to reduce risks.
Minimally invasive DVT thrombolysis provides rapid relief by removing clots and improving vein function.
Varicose veins in the legs result from increased pressure during excessive standing and walking, causing discomfort, pain, or cosmetic concerns due to visible, twisted, elevated purple veins in the legs. Treatment options include lifestyle adjustments such as exercise, leg elevation, and wearing compression stockings.
Procedures like vein closure or removal are available to alleviate symptoms.
Uncontrolled diabetes is one of the leading causes of non-healing wounds, primarily because it affects peripheral nerves, resulting in insensitivity to pain, including the sensation of being tickled by wound triggers. At this stage, individuals may sustain injuries without realizing it. The foot, exposed to factors such as friction from shoes or floors and susceptible to small stones, is particularly prone to ulceration.
Additionally, high blood sugar and diabetes contribute to delayed wound healing. If a person sustains an injury without feeling it, the wound can remain open for an extended period. Continued friction can deepen the wound and create conditions favorable for bacterial infection, complicating the situation and potentially necessitating amputation of the leg or toes if the infection spreads unchecked.
Proper management begins with controlling blood sugar levels and maintaining good hygiene. Regularly inspect your legs and feet, keeping them clean and dry.
Consult with our highly specialized vascular surgeons for more insights into diabetic foot care. Proactive treatment can improve outcomes and help prevent last-resort measures like amputation.
Lymphedema primarily develops when the lymphatic system is impaired, leading to swelling in the affected limb. This impairment can result from genetic factors or damage caused by surgery or other treatments, such as cancer therapies that involve lymph node removal. Managing lymphedema involves careful skin care to prevent infections, specific exercises designed by physicians to enhance lymph drainage and specialized massages. In certain cases, surgical interventions like lymphaticovenular anastomosis may be considered to restore fluid flow in the affected areas.
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a severe condition marked by the formation of blood clots in deep veins, often causing throbbing pain and swelling in one leg, typically in the calf or thigh, especially when walking or standing. Other symptoms may include warm or red/darkened skin around the affected area. If left untreated, DVT poses a risk of pulmonary embolism (PE).
Standard treatment involves anticoagulant medications to prevent clot migration. In cases where medication is not suitable, an IVC filter may be implanted to reduce risks.
Minimally invasive DVT thrombolysis provides rapid relief by removing clots and improving vein function.
Varicose veins in the legs result from increased pressure during excessive standing and walking, causing discomfort, pain, or cosmetic concerns due to visible, twisted, elevated purple veins in the legs. Treatment options include lifestyle adjustments such as exercise, leg elevation, and wearing compression stockings.
Procedures like vein closure or removal are available to alleviate symptoms.
Uncontrolled diabetes is one of the leading causes of non-healing wounds, primarily because it affects peripheral nerves, resulting in insensitivity to pain, including the sensation of being tickled by wound triggers. At this stage, individuals may sustain injuries without realizing it. The foot, exposed to factors such as friction from shoes or floors and susceptible to small stones, is particularly prone to ulceration.
Additionally, high blood sugar and diabetes contribute to delayed wound healing. If a person sustains an injury without feeling it, the wound can remain open for an extended period. Continued friction can deepen the wound and create conditions favorable for bacterial infection, complicating the situation and potentially necessitating amputation of the leg or toes if the infection spreads unchecked.
Proper management begins with controlling blood sugar levels and maintaining good hygiene. Regularly inspect your legs and feet, keeping them clean and dry.
Consult with our highly specialized vascular surgeons for more insights into diabetic foot care. Proactive treatment can improve outcomes and help prevent last-resort measures like amputation.
Lymphedema primarily develops when the lymphatic system is impaired, leading to swelling in the affected limb. This impairment can result from genetic factors or damage caused by surgery or other treatments, such as cancer therapies that involve lymph node removal. Managing lymphedema involves careful skin care to prevent infections, specific exercises designed by physicians to enhance lymph drainage and specialized massages. In certain cases, surgical interventions like lymphaticovenular anastomosis may be considered to restore fluid flow in the affected areas.
Last updated on December 5, 2024
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