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Vascular Surgery
Quick answer: You may need a vascular surgeon if you have persistent leg pain or swelling, troublesome varicose veins, symptoms of poor circulation, non-healing foot wounds, or a diagnosed vascular condition such as peripheral artery disease or DVT.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Puneeth Joopalli, Senior Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon.
A vascular surgeon diagnoses and manages diseases affecting arteries and veins throughout the body, apart from the heart and brain. Treatment can range from risk-factor management and medicines to minimally invasive endovascular procedures or open surgery when clinically appropriate.
Vascular specialists commonly evaluate circulation problems involving the legs, varicose veins, blood clots, carotid disease, aneurysms and wounds associated with poor blood flow.
The right time to seek vascular care depends on the symptom, its severity, how long it has been present and your underlying risk factors.
Leg pain or cramping that repeatedly appears during walking and improves with rest can be a sign of reduced arterial blood flow.
Ongoing swelling may occur with venous disease, a clot or other medical conditions. Sudden swelling needs prompt assessment.
See a specialist if varicose veins cause pain, heaviness, swelling, skin changes, bleeding or recurrent symptoms.
A foot or leg wound that is not healing normally can be associated with poor circulation, diabetes or infection.
Persistent coldness, numbness, color changes or reduced sensation can warrant assessment of blood flow.
If you already have PAD, DVT, aneurysm, carotid disease or chronic venous disease, specialist follow-up may be appropriate.
Vascular disease can affect arteries, veins and circulation in different ways. Diagnosis is important because treatment depends on the underlying problem.
Narrowed arteries can reduce blood flow to the legs and cause exertional pain, numbness or wounds.
Enlarged veins, chronic venous insufficiency and related symptoms can be assessed by a vascular specialist.
A DVT is a clot in a deep vein, commonly in the leg, and requires timely medical evaluation.
An aneurysm is an abnormal enlargement of a blood vessel and may require surveillance, medication or a procedure depending on its type and risk.
Narrowing of the carotid arteries can increase stroke risk and may require medical or procedural management.
Vascular assessment can help determine whether reduced blood flow is contributing to difficult-to-heal diabetic foot wounds.
Some circulation symptoms can indicate a condition that needs prompt evaluation.
Sudden severe limb pain, a limb that becomes unusually cold, pale or blue, sudden loss of sensation or movement, or rapidly worsening swelling and pain can require urgent assessment. Do not wait for a routine vascular appointment when symptoms are severe or sudden.
Your vascular specialist chooses tests based on your symptoms, examination and suspected condition. Not every patient needs every test.
Pulse checks, skin findings, swelling, temperature, wounds and symptom history help guide the evaluation.
Non-invasive ultrasound can assess blood flow through arteries and veins and help identify several vascular abnormalities.
An ankle-brachial index may help evaluate arterial circulation in the legs. Other tests depend on the suspected diagnosis.
CT angiography, MR angiography or other imaging may be used when detailed information is needed for treatment planning.
Treatment is individualized. Depending on the condition, a vascular specialist may recommend conservative care, medicines, an endovascular procedure or surgery.
Some vascular conditions can be managed with smoking cessation, exercise, nutrition, blood-pressure and cholesterol management, medicines and regular follow-up.
Selected venous conditions may be managed with compression, activity guidance, skin care and other measures based on the diagnosis.
Depending on the condition, minimally invasive procedures may include angioplasty, stenting or other catheter-based interventions.
Open surgery may be appropriate for selected aneurysms, severe arterial disease, complex vascular conditions or other situations where a procedure is indicated.
Vascular Medical Reviewer
Dr. Puneeth Joopalli is listed by My Health Hospitals as a Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon with MBBS and DNB in Peripheral Vascular Surgery. His listed areas of care include diabetic foot management, varicose veins, peripheral arterial disease, deep vein thrombosis, AV fistula procedures and limb-salvage care.
View Doctor ProfileA convenient location is useful, but the specialist's training and the hospital's ability to diagnose and manage your specific condition are also important.
Look for appropriate vascular or endovascular surgical training and experience with the condition you need evaluated.
Ask whether the facility can provide the vascular ultrasound or other imaging your doctor may need.
A good consultation should explain the diagnosis, alternatives, benefits, risks and expected follow-up in understandable terms.
My Health Hospitals lists vascular surgery among its services and has branches in KPHB/Kukatpally and Tarnaka. Confirm the vascular clinic schedule before visiting.
H.No 15-24-212, MIG-212, Road Number 1, KPHB Phase 1, Kukatpally, Hyderabad, Telangana 500072.
Phone: +91 91116 74111
H.No 12-5-30, WhiteHouse, Moula Ali Road, South Lalaguda, Tarnaka, Secunderabad, Telangana 500017.
Phone: +91 91000 01201
Answers to common questions about vascular symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and finding a vascular specialist in Hyderabad.
Get an appropriate vascular evaluation rather than assuming the cause. The right diagnosis helps determine whether observation, medical treatment or a procedure is needed.
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H.No 15-24-212, MIG-212, Rd Number 1, K P H B Phase 1, Kukatpally, Hyderabad, Telangana 500072
H.No:-12-5-30, WhiteHouse, Moula Ali Rd, South Lalaguda, Tarnaka, Secunderabad, Telangana 500017
