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The Western Vascular Institute vein center is one of the largest vein centers in the Southwest. Western Vascular Institute specializes in the treatment of vein and vascular disorders. We are Arizona’s leading office based surgical center for the treatment and prevention of vascular & vein disorders. Here, we would like to provide educational videos and patient testimonials as well as introduce you to the amazing staff and skilled physicians at Western Vascular Institute.
Venous Ulcer
🩹 Caring for a Venous Ulcer🩹
Proper care is essential for healing a venous ulcer and preventing complications. Here’s how to take care of it:
1️⃣ Clean Gently: Wash the ulcer with mild soap and lukewarm water. Pat it dry with a clean, soft towel.
2️⃣ Apply Dressings: Use a sterile dressing to cover the ulcer. Change it regularly as directed by your healthcare provider.
3️⃣ Compression Therapy: Wear compression stockings or bandages to improve blood flow and reduce swelling. This is key to healing.
4️⃣ Elevate Your Legs: Keep your legs elevated above heart level when resting to decrease swelling and aid blood flow.
5️⃣ Stay Active: Gentle exercises like walking can improve circulation. Be sure t...
Proper care is essential for healing a venous ulcer and preventing complications. Here’s how to take care of it:
1️⃣ Clean Gently: Wash the ulcer with mild soap and lukewarm water. Pat it dry with a clean, soft towel.
2️⃣ Apply Dressings: Use a sterile dressing to cover the ulcer. Change it regularly as directed by your healthcare provider.
3️⃣ Compression Therapy: Wear compression stockings or bandages to improve blood flow and reduce swelling. This is key to healing.
4️⃣ Elevate Your Legs: Keep your legs elevated above heart level when resting to decrease swelling and aid blood flow.
5️⃣ Stay Active: Gentle exercises like walking can improve circulation. Be sure t...
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Western Vascular Institute
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🌟 Western Vascular Institute: Excellence Through Experience 🌟 At Western Vascular Institute, our distinguished staff brings years of expertise and dedication to each patient we serve. With a commitment to providing exceptional vascular care, we ensure that every diagnosis and treatment is handled with the utmost professionalism and precision. Trust in our experienced team to deliver personalize...
Carotid Artery Disease
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Carotid artery disease is a condition where the carotid arteries, which are the major blood vessels in your neck that supply blood to your brain, become narrowed or blocked. This narrowing is often due to a build-up of fatty deposits, known as plaque, which can reduce blood flow to the brain and increase the risk of stroke. Key points about carotid artery disease: 1. Symptoms: Many people with ...
Peripheral Artery Disease
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Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is a condition where the arteries that supply blood to your limbs become narrowed or blocked, usually due to a buildup of fatty deposits. This reduced blood flow can cause symptoms like pain, cramping, or weakness in the legs, especially during physical activity. Vascular surgeons play a crucial role in managing PAD. They use a variety of techniques to restore pr...
Health Tips From Our Vascular Surgeons
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Focus on Healthy Fats: Include: Avocados, nuts, seeds, and olive oil. Limit: Saturated and trans fats found in fried foods, processed snacks, and fatty cuts of meat. Eat a Variety of Fruits and Vegetables: Aim for: At least 5 servings per day. Choose: Colorful fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Opt for Whole Grains: Include: Oats, quinoa, brown rice, and whole w...
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition where a blood clot forms in a deep vein, typically in the legs. Here’s a detailed explanation: DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis) occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, usually in the legs. This can lead to complications if the clot breaks loose and travels through the bloodstream, causing a potentially life-threatening condition called pulmonar...
Sclerotherapy
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Sclerotherapy is a medical procedure used to treat varicose veins and spider veins. During the procedure, a solution (typically a saline solution or a chemical irritant) is injected directly into the affected veins. This solution irritates the lining of the blood vessel, causing it to swell and stick together. Over time, the vein turns into scar tissue that fades away. Vascular surgeons perform...
ABI (Ankle-Brachial Index) Test
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An ABI (Ankle-Brachial Index) test is a simple and non-invasive procedure used to assess the presence of peripheral artery disease (PAD), which is a condition where narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the limbs. Here's how the ABI test works and why vascular surgeons use it: Procedure: The ABI test compares the blood pressure in your ankle with the blood pressure in your arm (brachial artery...
Stages of Peripheral Artery Disease
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Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Stages Stage 1: Asymptomatic - Many people don’t experience symptoms. However, reduced blood flow may be detected through tests. Stage 2: Claudication - Patients may experience leg pain or cramping during physical activities like walking, which eases with rest. Stage 3: Ischemic Rest Pain - Pain occurs even at rest, typically in the feet or toes, indicating more ...
Peripheral Artery Disease
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Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) is a common circulatory condition in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the limbs, usually the legs. It is primarily caused by atherosclerosis, where fatty deposits (plaques) build up on the artery walls, restricting blood flow. This condition can lead to symptoms like leg pain when walking (claudication), numbness, weakness, or in severe cases, critica...
Diabetes and Vascular Health
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Diabetes significantly impacts vascular health in several ways: High Blood Sugar: Elevated glucose levels can damage blood vessels, leading to atherosclerosis (narrowing of the arteries). Inflammation: Diabetes increases inflammation in the body, which can further harm blood vessels and promote plaque buildup. Blood Pressure: Many people with diabetes also experience high blood pressure, which ...
Vascular Health Tips
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Taking care of your vascular health involves adopting habits and making lifestyle choices that promote healthy circulation and reduce the risk of vascular diseases. Here’s a summary based on advice typically given by vascular surgeons: 1. Maintain a Healthy Diet: Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats. Avoid excessive intake of saturated fa...
Atrial Fibrulation
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Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a heart condition where the heart's upper chambers (atria) beat irregularly and often rapidly, affecting blood flow efficiency. Here’s how vascular surgeons assist: 1️⃣ Diagnosis: Identifying AFib through tests like ECG and monitoring symptoms. 2️⃣ Treatment Options: Recommending medications to control heart rhythm and prevent blood clots. 3️⃣ Surgical Intervention...
Claudication
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Claudication refers to pain or cramping in the legs that occurs during physical activity, such as walking or exercise. It is caused by inadequate blood flow to the muscles, usually due to narrowed or blocked arteries in the legs, a condition known as peripheral artery disease (PAD). Vascular surgeons are specialists who diagnose and treat diseases of the blood vessels, including PAD and claudic...
Laser Atherectomy
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A laser atherectomy is a medical procedure used to treat blockages in arteries, typically caused by atherosclerosis (buildup of plaque). Here’s how it works: 1. Purpose: The primary goal of laser atherectomy is to remove or reduce plaque buildup inside arteries to restore blood flow. 2. Procedure: During the procedure, a catheter (a thin, flexible tube) equipped with a laser tip is inserted int...
Vascular Surgeons Managing Arthritis Conditions
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Vascular Surgeons Managing Arthritis Conditions
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My legs are dry and painful and inflammation
You should certainly reach out to a Vascular Surgeon. You can contact us at 480-668-5000
I've had this EXACT procedure done on both legs. If you're on the fence... DO IT!!! My legs look fantastic and I also did for health reasons. It's completely painless.
That makes us so happy to hear! Thank you for your comment!
Are you awake while the procedure is done?
im gay
That's awesome! We support the LGBTQIA+ community
Love this ❤🎉😊
Thank you for your comment!!
Great explanation, thank you so much. Do you have videos where doctors talk about compression stockings?
Thank you for your comment. We will certainly make one for you next week!
How do I found your clinic.i want 2know more
Thank you for your comment. Our website is www.westernvascular.com and you can also call us at 480-668-5000
I could watch surgeries all day. The human body is amazing and every surgeon challenges the body. A battle worth watching. Thank you for doing what you do to help and educate what you do.
Thank you so much for your kind comment. I totally agree with you, the human body is so amazing!
Sir my mom. Suffer pulmonary thrombolysis disease how can treat
Pulmonary thrombolysis, also known as pulmonary embolism (PE), is a serious medical condition where a blood clot lodges in the pulmonary arteries, blocking blood flow to the lungs. This can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. The treatment of pulmonary embolism can vary depending on the severity of the condition, the patient's overall health, and the presence of any other medical issues. Some common treatments and procedures that vascular surgeons and other specialists may employ include: 1. Anticoagulant Therapy: Anticoagulant medications such as heparin and warfarin are often prescribed to prevent further blood clot formation and to help dissolve existing clots. 2. Thrombolytic Therapy: In cases of severe or life-threatening pulmonary embolism, thrombolytic therapy may be used. Thrombolytic drugs, such as tissue plasminogen activator (tPA), are administered intravenously to help dissolve blood clots quickly. 3. Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) Filter Placement: In some cases where there is a high risk of recurrent pulmonary embolism or when anticoagulant therapy is contraindicated, a vascular surgeon may insert an IVC filter. This filter is placed in the inferior vena cava, a large vein in the abdomen, to trap blood clots before they reach the lungs. 4. Surgical Embolectomy: In rare cases where thrombolytic therapy is ineffective or contraindicated, surgical embolectomy may be performed. This procedure involves the surgical removal of the blood clot from the pulmonary arteries. 5. Catheter-Directed Thrombolysis: This minimally invasive procedure involves inserting a catheter into the blood vessels, usually through the groin, and delivering thrombolytic medication directly to the site of the blood clot. 6. Supportive Care: Patients with pulmonary embolism may also require supportive care, including oxygen therapy, pain management, and monitoring for complications such as respiratory failure or heart failure. The choice of treatment depends on various factors, including the patient's overall health, the size and location of the blood clot, and the presence of any underlying medical conditions.
What if you have cfv and femoral vein reflux segmental. Is it not worth treating the superficial sfj reflux? Nobody can answer this
If a patient has chronic femoral vein (CFV) reflux along with superficial femoral vein (SFV) reflux, and the SFV reflux is segmental, the decision to treat the superficial saphenofemoral junction (SFJ) reflux depends on several factors, including the patient's symptoms, the severity of venous insufficiency, and the risk of complications. Here are some considerations: 1. **Symptoms**: If the patient is symptomatic and experiences discomfort, swelling, skin changes, or ulceration related to venous insufficiency, treating the SFJ reflux may help alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life. 2. **Clinical Evaluation**: A thorough clinical evaluation by a vascular surgeon or venous specialist is essential to assess the severity and impact of CFV reflux and SFV reflux on venous circulation. They will consider the extent of reflux, presence of varicose veins, skin changes, and other signs of venous insufficiency. 3. **Risk of Complications**: Left untreated, chronic venous insufficiency can lead to complications such as venous ulcers, skin changes, and even deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Treating the superficial SFJ reflux may help reduce the risk of progression to these complications. 4. **Treatment Options**: Treatment options for SFJ reflux include endovenous thermal ablation techniques such as endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) or radiofrequency ablation (RFA), as well as sclerotherapy or surgical ligation and stripping. These procedures aim to close off the diseased vein and redirect blood flow to healthier veins. 5. **Balancing Risks and Benefits**: The decision to treat SFJ reflux should be individualized based on the patient's overall health, preferences, and the potential risks and benefits of intervention. In some cases, if the SFJ reflux is minimal and not contributing significantly to symptoms or complications, conservative management with compression therapy and lifestyle modifications may be sufficient. Ultimately, the decision to treat superficial SFJ reflux in the context of CFV reflux and SFV reflux should be made collaboratively between the patient and their healthcare provider, considering the patient's specific circumstances and treatment goals.
What is the max diameter that evlt and RFA will treat successfully? If anything 12mm and over not advised?
Endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) and radiofrequency ablation (RFA) are minimally invasive procedures used to treat varicose veins and venous insufficiency by closing off diseased veins. The success of these procedures depends on various factors, including the diameter of the target vein, the extent of reflux, and the patient's overall health. While there isn't a strict maximum diameter beyond which EVLA or RFA cannot be used, larger veins may present challenges and may not respond as effectively to these treatments. However, the decision to perform EVLA or RFA on a particular vein depends on the individual patient's condition and the judgment of the treating physician. In general, veins with diameters exceeding 12 mm may be less ideal candidates for EVLA or RFA due to technical limitations and increased risk of complications. Larger veins may require additional interventions or alternative treatment approaches such as surgical ligation and stripping, phlebectomy, or foam sclerotherapy. It's important for patients to undergo a thorough evaluation by a vascular surgeon or venous specialist to determine the most appropriate treatment option based on their specific anatomy, symptoms, and medical history. The treating physician will consider factors such as vein diameter, reflux severity, presence of varicosities, and overall patient health to develop a personalized treatment plan.
@@westernvascularinstitute6168I have swollen feet due to chronic venous insufficiency, what are the chances that it would be heal after the RFA?
Best video to watch and ty
Thank you so much for your comment!
I've had varicose veins for more than 30 yrs ( my mother had them too) unsightly but no pain til a few days ago. I was getting out of bed and felt the hot pepper blood rushed down my vein omg it was so painful i could not stand. Compression socks help but is not the answer. I don't know what to do😢😢😢
Please contact a vascular surgeon. You can call us at 480-668-5000 or submit a form at www.westernvascular.com
There is now a cure for venous insufficiency.
Will ablation of gsv lead to aasv and ssv going bad also from increased blood flow now through them? Is venaseal better then evlt or rfa?
Unfortunately if you have incompetent perforators you will have to ensure you get the right vein specialist to assess and carry out the correct treatments. Truncal veins are easier to work on and many Vascular Surgeons are not experienced enough to work on smaller veins because most only deal with large vein damage. I have been through it all and now more or less cured. Was the best money I ever spent in my life.
Hi which vein prodecure is recommended. I was told evlt and phelebectomy. But I'm highly concerned about it. I work on my feet 12 hrs a day Im afraid after a procedure
@@toma.6942I underwent an Endovenous Duplex Vein Mapping Scan, then weeks later Endovenous Laser Ablation Therapy together with Transluminal Occlusion of Perforators, followed after a necessary eight week gap by Ultrasound Foam Guided Sclerotherapy. These procedures must be carried out by a highly experienced vein specialist (Phlebologist) working together with an Interventional Radiologist at a specialist vein clinic. I had Thrombotic Syndrome, caused by a long misdiagnosed DVT in my left leg at the age of 36 and suffered a venous ulcer on the inside of my ankle for seven years. Our UK NHS were completely useless, which is why I eventually had to pay. Best money I ever spent. There are now more up to date procedures available since I had mine but I will say I would go through it all again. Secret is you must source the appropriate specialists.
I have a bleeding varicose ulcer wound for 3 months. What can I do
I had this procedure done in December. It was not painful, I had a little discomfort for a couple days and bruising for weeks but glad I I had it done.
Did they talk about what happens when the vein opens up again?
@charbrooks Are you awake while the procedure is done ?
Respectful thanks Doc
This is amazing, thank you.
How does long term use of the Pill contribute to this condition?
If you have a stent in the illiac vein in your groin should you have this done. Please reply back
Great vdo
Hello help me doc .My venis are showning badly .. I cannot wear a short skirt ...Weird
You better have lots of $$$$ 🤑
I really wish my doc would be patient to tell me all these information each year I went back for checkup. I did a keyhole surgery at 2015 and never really told me what they did during the day surgery. My leg was good and pain free for 2yrs only…. And I asked to stop my check up annually in 2019 I told doc I won’t go in anymore because the doc was never helpful when I went back for checkup….. iWhat I can share with my experience is, keep wearing a good pair of compression socks. Sigvaris if you want to try. I have more bad pain days before and during menses….discouraged however hopeful everyday. Always looking for solution to feel better. Jogging really helps but not lasting. It’s does keep me fit.
Many Vascular Surgeons are oblivious to appropriate vein treatments and haven’t a clue what they’re about.
Nothing will help permanently.This is a lifetime problem...
what is the frequency of the radio waves ?
how can we strengthen our veins ?
Is it ok to take creatine if you have varicose veins?
New sub here .
Can those treatments be done for a varicocele?
Leg elevation, exercise, and compression stockings. Great info.
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Your remedies are toooo intrusive & UNnatural - I am all for natural remedies!! I AVOID medicine or the Health Scare System as MUCH as possible - Especially since they over prescribe antibiotics & surgery for MOST conditions that can be treated with simple exercise & common sense. I see your treatment is the Scare instead of the Care & then Treat in a hospital or Doctor's office - Insurance or patient pays, you gain they lose!! PLEASE REFER TO NATURAL THERAPIES (Lots of good videos on RUclips) B4 GOING IN FOR ANY OF THESE MEASURES & SAVE YOURSELVES FROM UNnecessary FRUSTRATION, EXPENSE, & FIX FAST & REPENT AT LEISURE. Simple exercises can ABLOLUTELY slowly but SURELY solve this problem!!
No Natural remedy in the world will cure venous insufficiency.
Can dermatologist treat them I’ll go see mine for the injections Mine are on my thigh veeeery small green purple ones
This is not for a dermatologist!!! This is vascular
What about bruises
Nope, a Dermatologist absolutely cannot treat varicose vein or venous insufficiency symptoms. Only a Vascular Scientist (Phlebologist) can do that.
Quick question - I have been supplementing a small dosage of Niacin each day, over the past nine months, to help balance my Cholesterol out and a few months ago I started having heaviness and achiness in my legs with slightly more noticeable surface veins. Is it possible that the vasodilation effects of Niacin (I notice a Niacin Flush for about 20 minutes) could be causing a lingering dilation in my leg veins, giving me the feeling of Venous Insufficiency - ? Thanks for your thoughts!
I also take supplements with niacin and now that you say that, I wonder. My leg issues started a year or 2 ago but it's so bad my legs are discolored, ulcer scars n painful throbbing from my veins, but before I started this a cpl years ago I had no issues. My father however does have varicose veins but he didn't develop them until like 60 n I'm 38. And even at 60 his legs aren't as bad as mine are. They're hideous and so painful, I get constant Charley horses. I've tried everything n nothing helps. I wish he would've responded to your question
@@TT-zu5pr - My legs have gotten almost completely better now. I stopped taking Niacin in July, almost 4 months ago, and I'm 61 years old! I really think the Niacin, as a vasodialator, was causing my veins in my legs to not pump blood as well. I no longer wear compression socks as well, pretty much no more throbbing or restless legs either. I think there needs to be a study concerning this connection. Good luck, I hope this info helps.
Hi
Help me.. because my son left leg not wearing can you see what wrong with him and spinal too...solves problem..name and address
Can working out at the gym cause them?
long hours of standing with no rest or sitting in between can cause them but exercise can treat them. If you work out a lot then the exercise isn't the problem, it's that you don't have a balance or a lot of rest period in between.
I developed these in my teens.. always thought it was my skin was thinning lol
Ifa swolen vane is damaged what will baft effect
I need to come to this doctor Julie
Through family history,I started to have varicose veins at age of 10years old became worst when I started to work now I'm 32,I can't afford the surgery. what make me wonder is my brother also had varicose veins, started when he was young ang bigger than mine before but it's gone without surgery or eating healthy food he's not even eating vegetables. One thing he do every day is being drunk and lots of walking some times no slippers🤣 weird and funny but I'm not joking his varicose veins disappeared.
the veins usually come from long periods of immobility like long hours of sitting where the legs are bent or long periods of standing where the legs are stretched and held taut. Your brother walks a lot so his body and legs get a lot of movement which prevents blood from accumulating in specific areas in his body.
@@Lina32121 I've been a floor associate in retail the last 4 and half years, always walking, bending climbing ladders, even squatting several times a day, 40 to 45 hours a week, and mine are at the bulging stage, and are swelling numbness and restless and painful all ar the same time 😔 It runs in my family but even my grandmother's and my mother's are as bad as mine....and I'm only 30 with 0 children😔 I'm actually frightened of any procedure but I will be seeing specialist soon... This is the worst it's ever been for me...I can actually feel mine pop....😓 It's got out of work because I can't stand to long...
Diet has nothing whatsoever with the developmental of varicose veins. If you’re going to get them, you’re going to get them whatever you do. Unfortunately, there is such a thing as hidden varicose veins, so your brothers will definitely be there and in all probability rear their ugly head as he gets older, unless he gets the appropriate treatment carried out by the right experts.
I wish my doctor, or his nurse practitioner, would explain like this.
Same here! My nurse did NOT pick up on my Varicose vein problem at the early stage......
Me too… they gave an advice to ask me to stop working… I asked doc if he would support me then. He laughed
They don't care
@@bellabookitty9014 There is no cure anyway...You have this-It's your problem...
This is very inspirational video, thank you! Now how are you and how is your life going on.
I have the same problem on my ankle, the sore keeps coming back, and I feel pain in my vein and when I walk it get swallow.
You should see a vascular surgeon where you live. This could definitely be a vascular issue where you are not getting the proper amount of blood to your foot/ankle via the arteries or the valves in your vein may not be properly functioning and returning blood to your heart. Either way, best to see a vascular surgeon and get the proper diagnosis and care. Wishing you the best!
Please please sir I want to ask you please it's emergence 🙏😫😭 my father is very sick after taking the third shot of vaccine and he couldn't move his left leg and left arm and his left part of his body is died and we don't know what happened to his health and we are very sad and crying all the time please if you know some info or some solutions about it please please 🙏😫😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
will be the muscles and bones weaken overtime if a lot great varicose veins were removed?
You don’t get it do you. Varicose veins are no longer removed, there are now fantastic procedures available. I have been through the lot as was a C6 in my left leg due to a long misdiagnosed blood clot only in my 30s, which came out if the blue for no reason. I am now cured, but I had to choose my specialist very carefully as not all of them are experienced in working on perforator veins if you have any that are damaged. Incidentally p, Sclerotherapy alone is ineffective on venous insufficiency as will not be permanent.
@@eveoakley6270I think you should let qualified professionals answer such questions. In response to a previous post, the doctors provided a detailed explanation of why varicose veins are removed. Every treatment protocol isn't applicable in every case, and stripping is still an option.
Which procedure is better for treatment of varicosity and insufficiency
Don't know
EVLAT, TRLOP, but only if you have perforator vein damage, followed after 8 weeks by ultrasound foam guided sclerotherapy. All must be carried out by a Vascular Scientist who is also a Phlebologist. Most Vascular docs cannot work on small veins.
Quite informative. May I ask a question, please? Is it possible to use this procedure to reach incompetent perforators?
Very very fascinating...wish I had become a doctor :)
I am also
What is sclerotherapy?