Vascular Medicine
Vascular medicine focuses on conditions and diseases that affect arteries and veins, and impair blood flow. Vascular disease can contribute to coronary artery disease (heart attack) and stroke, two of the leading causes of death and disability in the United States.
Lutheran Hospital offers a range of services to treat vascular diseases. Vascular and endovascular specialists provide care for conditions such as:
- Aneurysm
- Carotid artery disease
- Deep vein thrombosis
- Peripheral artery disease (PAD)
- Pulmonary embolism
- Varicose veins
Minimally Invasive Endovascular Repairs
Specialized surgeons at Lutheran Hospital use minimally invasive techniques to repair vascular conditions. Using advanced therapies such as carotid endarterectomy or intravascular balloons and stents, our specialists are able to successfully treat aneurysms, atherosclerosis or other vascular issues.
Know the Risk Factors for Vascular Disease
It is important to know what factors may increase your risk for heart and vascular disease. With earlier detection, specialists can better diagnose and treat weakened or diseased blood vessels for improved circulation and long-term health. Arteries can become thicker as we age and can significantly affect blood flow to the heart and brain. In addition to aging, the following risk factors can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease:
Being proactive about heart and vascular health can reduce the chance of heart or vascular conditions. Try to stop smoking. Eat more fruits and vegetables. Enjoy foods with lower fat content. Any physical activity, even short walks around the block, can help improve your health. Small changes can make a big impact on heart and vascular health.