Cirugía vascular
Los cirujanos vasculares tratan todas las afecciones y enfermedades que afectan el aparato vascular del cuerpo, incluidos los vasos sanguíneos, las arterias y las venas. Es imprescindible preservar la salud vascular para que el flujo de sangre al corazón y al resto del cuerpo sea continuo y adecuado.
Vascular care in Lehigh Acres
The vascular system is both delicate and complex, working closely with your heart to ensure you stay healthy.
When that system is compromised, the symptoms may not be what you'd expect. Vascular surgeons at HCA Florida Lehigh Hospital provide treatment and care when those symptoms present themselves.
Vascular diseases we treat
Vascular diseases are conditions that impact the blood vessels, including arteries and veins. Some vascular conditions and diseases include:
Vascular diseases we treat
- Aneurysms
- Blood clots
- Carotid artery disease
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Low blood pressure (hypotension)
- Venous insufficiency
Peripheral vascular diseases
Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) refers to certain types of atherosclerosis. They are progressive diseases in which there are blockages in arteries of the brain, kidneys and legs. One of the most common types of PVD is peripheral arterial disease.
Understanding peripheral arterial disease
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a type of PVD that impacts only the arteries, typically those that go into the arms and legs. This can cause you to have numbness or pain in your limbs.
Because PAD most often occurs in people who are 50 or older, this limb pain may be attributed to aging. Be sure to talk to your doctor about PAD if you have this type of pain or discomfort or if you suspect you may have other signs of vascular disease.
Symptoms of vascular disease
Vascular diseases are serious conditions, so if you have any of the symptoms below, seek medical attention as soon as possible.
- Discoloration of the foot or leg
- Feelings of coldness in the legs and feet
- Intermittent pain or cramping in the arms or legs (claudication), especially if it worsens with exercise and lessens with rest
- Numbness or tingling in the arms, hands, toes, feet or legs
- Sores or ulcers on the foot or leg that heal slowly
- Weakness and atrophy of calf muscles
In addition, non-healing wounds can affect the health of those without PAD. Seek care for wounds that are slow to heal.