The vascular system is the vast and intricate network of vessels, veins and arteries that supplies the body’s organs with blood. It is estimated that there are more than 60,000 miles of arteries and veins running through our vascular system.
A vascular surgeon helps to surgically treat serious conditions and diseases associated with your blood vessels, veins and arteries.
At CTVS, our team of vascular surgeons have been caring for patients in Central Texas for more than 65 years.
Some of the common vascular conditions that we regularly treat include carotid artery disease, abdominal aortic aneurysms, peripheral artery disease, thoracic outlet syndrome and complex venous disease.
When should you see a vascular surgeon?
Signs that indicate you could be suffering from a vascular condition and may need to see a vascular surgeon are:
- Frequent leg pain when you walk, especially if it is just short distances
- Non-healing foot or leg ulcers
- Chronic swelling of the feet or legs or discoloration of the skin
- Sudden cramping, coolness, or numbness in your feet or legs
- History of stroke or mini-stroke
CTVS offers variety of surgical procedures to treat vascular conditions such as:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- Amputation Prevention Procedures
- Carotid Disease Management & Surgery including TCAR for stroke prevention
- Minimally Invasive Vascular Disease Treatments
- Thoracic Outlet Decompression Surgery
Many of these procedures are performed in our dedicated Vascular Intervention Suite and we also offer diagnostic screenings in our CTVS Vascular Lab.
In addition, we offer dialysis access for kidney failure/renal insufficiency and assist orthopedic surgeons and neurosurgeons with the anterior approach to spinal fusion surgery.
Who is at risk of vascular disease?
Risk factors for vascular disease include a personal or family history of heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, tobacco use and those who lead an inactive or sedentary lifestyle. Other medical conditions like kidney disease and diabetes can also lead to serious vascular system complications.
To optimize your vascular health, improve circulation, and help prevent vascular disease, our team of vascular surgeons at CTVS suggests eating a well-balanced diet, exercising regularly, taking blood pressure and cholesterol medications as directed, and to stop smoking.
For questions about our vascular, cardiac, or thoracic services, please visit ctvstexas.com or call us at (512) 459-8753 to schedule an appointment.
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