Vascular surgery treats diseases of the arteries and veins, such as peripheral vascular disease (PVD), atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries), carotid artery disease, and aortic aneurysums.
Depending on the patient’s situation, surgery may involve repairing, replacing, or bypassing the affected vessel to improve blood flow and prevent heart attack or stroke.
Vascular surgery can also help relieve angina, reduce high blood pressure, and alleviate poor circulation and the resulting leg pain.
√ What You Need to Know: Pre-Procedure Testing, Before Your Surgery, and Day of Surgery