Vascular disease
Vascular disease is a broad term used to describe conditions and diseases affecting the arteries and veins. These blood vessels are vital for blood circulation throughout the body, and problems with vascular function may result in adverse health effects.
Vascular surgery in Northwest San Antonio
Vascular conditions affect the blood vessels, tissues and organs that carry blood through the arteries and veins. If left untreated, some can lead to serious and life-threatening complications.
When experiencing difficulties of your vascular system, the experienced team of specialists at Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant focus on creating a tailored care plan, specific to your unique needs. Regardless of the type or severity of your condition, we use the latest technology and treatments to achieve the best possible outcome.
Conditions we treat
- Aortoiliac disease
- Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)
- Aortoiliac disease
- Atherosclerosis
- Carotid artery disease
- Carotid artery occlusive disease
- Cerebrovascular accident (stroke)
- Claudication (narrowing of the blood vessels that supply blood flow to limbs)
- Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
- Peripheral vascular disease
- Vascular malformation
Vascular services we provide
We used advanced diagnostic testing to understand the root cause of your symptoms and establish an effective treatment plan that works for your unique anatomy.
Treatment options
Treatments for vascular disease will vary by your condition. We are committed to finding the best treatment option for you and your needs. If your doctor finds that surgery is necessary to treat your condition, they may suggest one of the following treatment options:
- Angioplasty
- Carotid artery stenting
- Carotid endarterectomy
- Endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR)
- Stenting
- Surgical bypass
- Traditional, open aneurysm repair
Visiting Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant
Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant is located off of Wurzbach Road and Floyd Curl Drive. Parking is available in our general parking lot. You can enter through the main entrance. Please check-in with the front desk upon arrival, and you will be directed to our vascular program.