Vascular Surgery
Vascular surgery is a field of medicine devoted to the treatment of diseases within the vascular system, veins, arteries and lymphatic circulation. Using both non-invasive (endovascular) and invasive surgical approaches, a vascular surgeon is trained for a range of interventions in all areas of the circulatory system except for the heart or brain.
Dr Mohammed Sheikh-Sobeh Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Medical Director
Venous Service
Varicose veins are swollen, twisted blood vessels most commonly found in the legs, often presenting as a dark purple or blue colour. Varicose veins are a result of blood pooling (stasis) in the veins due to a weakening of the venous wall and/or valve in the leg (venous insufficiency).
SVMC provides minimally invasive procedures to treat varicose veins including VenaSeal, Sclerotherapy, Endovenous Laser Therapy (EVLT), Radiofrequency Ablation and Microphlebectomy. The choice of procedure will depend on the severity and type of varicose veins presented, and it is often the case that several treatments are combined for the best possible outcome.
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Deep Vein Thrombosis
Thrombosis is the formation of blood clots in veins. Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) refers to the occurrence of blood clots in deep veins in the body (most commonly within the calf and thigh muscles). DVT can be diagnosed using an Ultrasound scan, blood test (D-Dimers) and/or Venogram. Treatment in most cases relies upon anticoagulants and in special cases Thrombolysis and/or Thrombectomy (mechanical or surgical) and Endovenous Stenting.
Chronic Venous Obstruction
In certain cases a blood clot can turn into scar tissue in the vein, thereby causing an obstruction that impairs blood flow in the veins. Our vascular surgeons are highly experienced in Angiogram and Angioplasty procedures for the treatment of chronic venous obstruction.
Venous Leg Ulcers
A venous ulcer refers to the erosion/loss of the skin due to impaired blood flow (in the arteries or veins), infection, trauma or systemic diseases such as diabetes and autoimmune conditions (vasculitis). They are long lasting sores or loss of skin generally surrounded by inflammation/infection and can be very painful and very slow to heal, and may result in limb loss. Correction of blood flow is paramount for ulcer healing. This will include opening blocked arteries in ischemic arterial ulcers or correcting venous stasis (blood pooling) in venous ulcers.
Arterial service
Our vascular unit provides treatment for arterial diseases including peripheral artery disease (P.A.D.), atherosclerosis & intermittent claudication, femoral stenting, and aneurysms.
Lower extremity Peripheral Artery Disease (P.A.D.) is a common disease that decreases the blood flow in the arteries to the legs and feet. P.A.D. can cause: leg muscle fatigue, discomfort or pain when walking; diminish quality of life and independence; and in some cases can lead to amputation. Anyone with P.A.D. has a two to six-fold higher risk of death from heart attack and stroke.
Atherosclerosis is an arterial disease where plaque (consisting of fat, cholesterol and other substances) builds up within the arteries, which over time hardens and leads to reduced blood flow through the body. As a result of this disease, it can be painful to climb the stairs or exercise certain parts of the body.
Renal and Vascular Access
We provide safe and cost-effective vascular and renal access procedures for patients requiring dialysis. With over 30 years experience in dialysis and vascular access procedures, our vascular surgeons have the knowledge and experience for the safe insertion of hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis catheters, as well as the creation of dialysis and vascular access (AV Graft or Fistulae).
In addition to access services, the centre incorporates an outpatient dialysis unit, allowing for the complete care of patients with End Stage Renal Disease who would be regarded as being stable on dialysis.
Wound Care and Limb Salvage
The wound care and limb salvage unit at SVMC provides services for the treatment of:
Acute and chronic wounds
Chronic leg ulcers
Diabetic & Vascular Gangrene