Vascular problems are a growing epidemic owing to the aging population, increase in obesity, unhealthy lifestyle habits, and prevalence of several chronic diseases.
The Aventura vascular problems management involves comprehensive diagnosis through state-of-the-art technology and designing a customized treatment plan.
Exploring the vascular system
The vascular system, also known as the circulatory system, is a system made up of vessels that carry blood to and from the heart.
The vessels of the vascular system include:
- Arteries: Blood vessels that carry oxygenated (rich in oxygen and nutrients) blood away from the heart to different parts of your body.
- Veins: Blood vessels that carry deoxygenated blood and waste materials from the body back to the heart.
- Capillaries: Tiny blood vessels that connect the arteries and the veins
Risk factors for vascular problems
A vascular problem is a disease that can affect your vascular system. Several risk factors increase your susceptibility to vascular problems, which include the following:
- Family history
- Diabetes
- Hypertension
- Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol levels)
- Unhealthy eating habits
- Obesity
- Inactive lifestyle
- Smoking
Common vascular problems
Some of the prevalent vascular problems include:
Aneurysm
- Is a bulge in the wall of any artery due to weakening of the vessel wall.
- A ruptured aneurysm is most often fatal.
Stroke
- This is a serious condition, which is a result of interruption of blood flow to the brain.
- A blocked artery can result in a stroke.
Blood clot
- Blood clot formation is a normal process to prevent blood loss due to excess bleeding.
- However, when too many blood clots are formed it can interfere with healthy blood circulation.
Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerosis is termed as an abnormal buildup of plaque within the walls of your arteries.
- This constricts (narrows) the arteries, which makes the blood flow sluggish, leading to blockage.
- If atherosclerosis occurs in the coronary arteries, it is known as coronary artery disease, while the one occurring in peripheral arteries is termed as peripheral artery disease.
Varicose and spider veins
- These are twisted, bulging veins seen in your lower legs.
- These vascular problems occur due to a faulty one-way valve system of the veins that prevents blood flow back to the heart, resulting in the pooling of the blood.
Effective treatments available for vascular problems
The treatment recommended depends on the type of vascular problem you have and its severity.
Effective treatment options include:
- Lifestyle changes
- Eating a heart-healthy diet
- Regular exercise to manage weight
- Managing chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension
- Medications
- Anti-hypertensives
- Blood thinners
- Clot dissolving drugs
- Minimally invasive procedures
- Sclerotherapy
- Angioplasty
- Vein ablation
- Surgical intervention
- Revascularization
- Bypass graft surgery
The best thing to do about vascular problems is to stay alert. Keep a check on your risk factors to prevent the occurrence or worsening of an already existing vascular problem.
