Vascular Care: Diagnostic, Interventional, and Surgical Procedures

From diagnostic assessments to interventional therapies and surgical interventions, we are dedicated to enhancing vascular health and optimizing patient outcomes through advanced, tailored treatments.

Diagnostic Procedures

Our vascular diagnostic procedures utilize imaging technologies such as CT scans, MRI imaging, angiography, and transcranial Doppler (TCD) ultrasound. These tests give us insights into many vascular conditions, including varicose veins, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and arterial blockages. This process ensures we give each of our patients the right treatment plan.

Interventional Therapies

PVHMC offers interventional therapies to address complex vascular conditions. These include:

Dialysis Access Fistula/Graft Procedures: Vital for patients requiring hemodialysis, creating a connection between an artery and vein or using a synthetic tube to facilitate efficient blood flow during dialysis sessions.
Atherectomy: An atherectomy may be performed during cardiac catheterization to open a partially blocked coronary artery. Once the catheter reaches the narrowed portion of the artery, a cutting device, a whirling blade (such as a rotor blade), is used to remove the plaque.
Rotoblader Procedures: Using a special catheter inserted into the coronary artery, the rotoblader cuts its way into the plaque with a diamond-tipped head, pulverizing it into microscopic pieces that float downstream and are disposed of by your body.
Stenting and Angioplasty: Techniques used to treat narrowed or blocked arteries, enhancing blood flow and reducing the risk of stroke and arterial complications.
Thrombectomy: Procedure used to remove blood clots from blood vessels, minimizing stroke-related disability.

Surgical Interventions

Some of the vascular surgical procedures we offer include:

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Surgical Repair (AAA Repair): Addresses weakened areas in the aorta's wall to prevent internal bleeding, organ damage and other complications that may be life-threatening.
Carotid Endarterectomy: Removes plaque buildup from carotid arteries, reduces the risk of stroke and improves vascular health.
Femoropopliteal Bypass (Fem-Pop Bypass) Surgery directs blood flow around blocked arteries in the legs. This process can alleviate symptoms and improve mobility for patients with peripheral artery disease (PAD).