Vascular Surgeon :
A Specialist who diagnoses and treats surgically (when the intervention is not possible ) the vascular problems is known as vascular surgeon. Common diseases a vascular surgeon treats are peripheral vascular disease which is may be formed by the blood clots or atherosclerosis , varicose veins, endartectomy , deep vein thrombosis , fistula which is needed for dialysis and many other procedures. Diagnostic test which vascular surgeon may recommend include : Arterial and venous Doppler of the limbs , CT and angiography (if needed ). Vascular surgeon may suggest life style modifications and medication depending upon the underlying disease. A qualified vascular surgeon completes his super specialization (fellowship in vascular surgery which is generally 2 years )after completing his masters in general surgery.
Found 2 Vascular Surgeons in Kolkata
Block-A, Scheme-L11 P-4, 5
Beside Dhakuria Bridge
Dhakuria, Kolkata
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OP Timings
Wed :
08:00 am - 10:00 am
Fee : 2000
Block-A, Scheme-L11 P-4, 5
Beside Dhakuria Bridge
Dhakuria, Kolkata
Get Directions
OP Timings
Tue :
05:00 pm - 07:00 pm
Thu :
11:00 am - 01:00 pm
Fee : 1000
Frequently Asked Questions
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Vein specialists treat a wide range of conditions related to the circulatory system, such as peripheral artery disease, varicose veins, aneurysms, and blood clots.
Vascular diseases that require vascular surgery include aneurysms, arterial blockages, varicose veins, carotid artery disease, peripheral artery disease, deep vein thrombosis, venous ulcers, venous malformations, lymphedema and venous thromboembolism.
To know if you have vascular disease, a vascular surgery doctor may perform a physical examination, order diagnostic tests such as an ultrasound or MRI, or refer you to a specialist for further evaluation.
Reasons to see a vascular surgeon include symptoms such as leg pain, cramping, numbness, and non-healing wounds, or a diagnosis of a vascular condition by a primary care physician.
Vascular surgeons perform various types of surgeries such as bypass surgery, endovascular surgery, amputations, carotid endarterectomy, aortic aneurysm repair, peripheral artery bypass, and endovascular aneurysm repair.
Vascular surgery is considered high-risk as it involves operating on blood vessels, which can have serious complications. Consult a vascular surgeon in Kolkata to know more.
The amount of time it takes for a patient to recover from vascular surgery depends on the type of surgery and the patient's overall health. Generally, recovery time is between 7-10 days, but it can take up to 6 weeks or longer for the full recovery process.
The success rate of vascular surgery varies depending on the specific procedure being performed and the patient's overall health. Generally, the success rate for vascular surgery procedures ranges from 85-95%.
