Our Specialtie

Vascular Surgery

Vascular Surgery is a medical and surgical specialty dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the vascular system — arteries, veins, and lymphatic vessels, such as varicose veins and thrombophlebitis. This specialty includes both conservative therapies and complex surgical procedures.

Areas of Expertise

Laser and radiofrequency varicose vein surgery (minimally invasive)

Sclerotherapy for varicose veins

Treatment of leg ulcers (venous or arterial wounds)

Surgical treatment of lower limb ischemia (angioplasty/stenting and bypass)

Aortic aneurysm surgery (endovascular technique)

Surgical treatment of carotid artery obstructive disease

ECO DOPPLER

The Doppler Ultrasound is a non-invasive exam that uses ultrasound waves to assess blood flow in the vessels. It helps detect blood clots, evaluate veins, arteries, and heart valves, and identify possible congenital heart conditions, aneurysms, or arterial narrowing.

A special ultrasound device is used, with a probe that moves over the skin to capture real-time images of blood flow, which are then analyzed for diagnosis and treatment planning.

Doppler Ultrasound offers several advantages: it provides accurate detection of blood clots, is painless, quick (around 20 minutes), and involves no radiation.

VARICOSE VEINS

Varicose veins are dilated, twisted veins visible under the skin, usually on the legs. They differ from spider veins (small superficial vessels), although both are part of Chronic Venous Disease – a condition that should be treated to avoid serious complications.

When the valves in the veins do not function properly, blood flow back to the heart is impaired. This leads to blood pooling in the legs, causing symptoms such as: leg pain and heaviness, swelling (edema), fatigue, itching or burning sensations, worsening symptoms by the end of the day (especially in hot weather or after long periods of standing), and skin discoloration (brownish spots), which can progress to venous ulcers.

Varicose veins have a strong hereditary component, but other factors increase the risk of developing chronic venous disease: pregnancy (due to pressure on the veins and hormonal changes), use of hormonal contraceptives, jobs that require prolonged standing or sitting, obesity, and the natural aging of the veins.

Preventing varicose veins is essential to maintaining good vascular health and avoiding complications such as pain, swelling, and venous ulcers. Adopting healthy lifestyle habits is the first step toward protecting the veins and improving blood circulation.