Vascular conditions

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms (AAA), thoracic aortic aneurysms and aortic dissections (tear in wall) are just some of the aortic conditions that can occur and may require urgent advice and management by a vascular surgeon

Carotid artery stenosis is a serious condition which if left untreated may lead to stroke.

Chronic leg ulcers are a debilitating and often poorly managed condition which has a huge impact on the lives of patients who are suffering from them

Diabetic foot ulcers are a very common but yet incredibly challenging problem to manage. If not treated promptly, small wounds can turn into life and limb threatening problems.

There are many more vascular conditions that have not been mentioned above.

Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is when arteries supplying blood to the legs and feet become diseased which may lead to pain, ulceration or even gangrene

An AV (arterio-venous) fistula is a connection between the artery and vein and provides a life-line to patients who require haemodialysis

Renal or mesenteric arterial disease affects the arteries supplying blood to the kidneys or the gut

Varicose veins are not only unsightly, but can also cause debilitating symptoms such as pain and aching, discolouration and scarring of the skin, or even ulceration.

Chronic venous disease involves a spectrum of disorders, all resulting from either occlusion, stenosis or dysfunction of the veins leading to a build-up and pooling of blood over time (venous hypertension)