Carotid surgery explained: How it prevents stroke
Carotid surgery is a highly effective procedure for preventing strokes in patients with severe carotid artery stenosis. This surgical procedure aims to remove blockages, restore normal blood flow, and significantly reduce the risk of stroke. Professor Vassilis Hadjianastassiou, renowned consultant vascular, general, and transplant surgeon, provides an expert insight.
Varicose and thread veins: Causes, symptoms, and treatments
Varicose veins and thread veins are common conditions that affect many people. Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins usually found in the legs, while thread veins, or spider veins, are smaller and often appear red or blue, typically on the face and legs. In his latest online article, Mr Michael Gaunt examines the causes, symptoms, treatments, and prevention strategies for both varicose and thread veins, helping you understand and manage these conditions better.
Varicose veins: what is the best treatment method?
Expert consultant vascular and endovascular surgeon Mr Mohamed Abdelhamid explores practical strategies for managing varicose veins symptoms, the role of proactive medical consultation, and discusses the latest treatments that offer swift recovery and improved quality of life for individuals affected by varicose veins.
Varicose veins surgery: What you need to know
Varicose veins are a common condition that affects many people, causing not only cosmetic concerns but also discomfort and health complications. For some people, surgery becomes a necessary option to manage the condition effectively. Here, Mr Paul Bachoo, consultant vascular surgeon, offers an expert understanding of varicose veins surgery.
Understanding peripheral arterial disease (PAD)
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) is a vascular condition that occurs when there is a narrowing or blockage of the arteries, typically in the legs. This narrowing restricts blood flow to the limbs, leading to symptoms such as leg pain, cramping, and fatigue, particularly during physical activity. PAD is often a sign of systemic atherosclerosis, a condition where fatty deposits build up in the arteries, narrowing them and reducing blood flow. In his latest online article, renowned consultant vascular surgeon Mr Gary Maytham answers his patients’ most frequently asked questions regarding this condition.
Endovenous laser therapy (EVLT) for varicose veins: how does it work?
EVLT has emerged as the gold standard for treating the primary veins associated with varicose vein development, supplanting older, less effective surgical techniques like vein stripping. Unlike surgical methods, EVLT is swift and straightforward, conducted under local anaesthesia without the need for hospitalisation or general anaesthesia. Here to explain more about the procedure is leading minimally invasive venous surgeon Mr Alastair Lewis.
What is the outlook for patients diagnosed with spider veins?
What exactly are spider veins, and how are they caused? To find out the answers to these questions and more, read this article here.
Navigating a healthy festive season
We all want to look good for the party season, enjoying the celebrations and dressing to impress, but it’s also a time to look forward to a happy and healthy New Year, making time for yourself and improving your wellbeing. In his latest online article, Mr Michael Gaunt gives us his insights.
Low-level laser therapy (LLLT): What are the benefits?
Low-level laser therapy (LLLT) is a non-invasive treatment that can help stimulate healing. In his latest online article, renowned consultant vascular surgeon Mr Abdullah Jibawi offers his expert insight into this treatment.
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