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By Mr Mohamed Abdelhamid
30.09.20
Vascular surgery

Is thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) serious?

Thoracic outlet syndrome occurs when there is a pressure on the nerves, artery or vein due to anatomical reasons, which can lead to pain, numbness and a cold sensation in the arms and hand. One of our top vascular surgeons Mr Mohamed Abdelhamid explains more, including just how serious of a condition TOS is.

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By Mr Akin Oluwole
21.09.20
Vascular surgery

How to treat excessively sweaty armpits (hyperhidrosis)

Do you find you're sweating a lot without reason? Mr Akin Oluwole discusses how much sweating is considered excessive, the many ways it can negatively impact everyday life and how it can be successfully treated.

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By Mr Mohamed Abdelhamid
28.07.20
Vascular surgery

Carotid endarterectomy: preventing another stroke

There are certain ways to treat patients following a stroke due to carotid artery disease in order to prevent them from suffering a further stroke. We spoke to Mr Mohamed Abdelhamid, a top consultant vascular and endovascular surgeon, to find out exactly how patients are treated and what the recovery is like following a carotid endarterectomy procedure.

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By Mr Paul Herbert
13.07.20
Vascular surgery

How lifestyle habits can affect your risk of varicose veins

Varicose veins affect around a third of the UK population. While some people don't have any symptoms, others experience pain, heaviness and itching. Mr Paul Herbert, renowned consultant surgeon, explains how the lifestyle you lead can influence your chances of developing varicose veins.

By Mr Sabu Jacob
06.07.20
Vascular surgery

Peripheral vascular disease: types, risk factors and treatment options

Peripheral vascular disease can make it painful for you to walk so far because of the narrowed arteries that supply blood to your legs. In more severe cases, you might be left with rest pain, which can lead to ulcers, gangrene, and if left untreated, amputation. Here general and vascular surgeon Mr Sabu Jacob explains all you need to know about the disease and the treatment options.

By Mr David Greenstein
04.06.20
Vascular surgery

ETS surgery: a solution for hyperhidrosis and blushing

Excessive sweating and blushing can have a big impact on self confidence. Whilst it affects a small number of people in the UK, it can have a very negative impact on day-to-day life for patients. Recently we spoke to leading venous and vascular surgeon, Mr David Greenstein, to find out about ETS surgery, a procedure he uses often to treat blushing.

Woman thinking: 'What are the symptoms of a blocked artery in your neck?'

By Mr S. Tawqeer Rashid
20.05.20
Vascular surgery

Carotid artery disease: What are the symptoms of a blocked, or narrowed, neck artery?

The carotid arteries are located in your neck and carry blood away from the heart to the head, brain and face. They also transport oxygen to the front parts of the brain that control our movements, feelings and speech. If these get clogged due to fatty deposits - often described as 'furring of the arteries' - it can lead to life-threatening problems. One of our top vascular surgeons, Mr S. Tawqeer Rashid, explains the warning signs and symptoms of a blocked artery in your neck, and how you can reduce your risk of it developing.

By Mr Ian Franklin
08.05.20
Vascular surgery

Say goodbye to varicose veins

Fed-up of the sight of your varicose veins? Or are they causing your legs to look swollen, ache or cramp? The good news is that there are plenty of treatment options to have them removed. Our expert vascular surgeon Mr Ian Franklin explains what these are.

By Mr S. Tawqeer Rashid
22.04.20
Vascular surgery

6 varicose veins myths debunked by a vascular surgeon

There are many myths surrounding varicose veins, from whether they are caused by standing up for too long, to whether young people don't get the unsightly, twisted veins. Here, one of our expert vascular surgeons Mr S. Tawqeer Rashid helps us to debunk the myths!

By Mr David Greenstein
10.01.20
Vascular surgery

Foam sclerotherapy: how does it work?

Do you have veins that look unsightly on your legs, that sometimes bleed and leaves you aching? Fortunately, they can be treated with a procedure called foam sclerotherapy. We've talked to one of our leading vascular surgeons Mr David Greenstein about how it works and whether you can walk or take a flight soon after the procedure?

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