Peripheral Vascular Surgery

Our Services

Overview

The department of VASCULAR AND ENDOVASCUALR SURGERY offers a comprehensive vascular service to diagnose and treat vascular diseases-
1. Arterial occlusive diseases-TAO, PVOD, Vasculitis
2. Aneurysms of vascular tree (aortic, peripheral, except intracranial)
3. Venous diseases- DVT-medical, Thrombolysis
4. Varicose veins- Iliac Stenting, Endovenous laser ablation, Varicose vein surgery
5. Hemodialysis access surgery
6. Diabetic foot care-preventive care, Treatment of infections, debridements, Amputations, wound care, skin grafts.

A highly qualified and experienced team of dedicated vascular surgeons are available 24 hours a day. The latest "state-of-the-art" technology and equipments are available.

The outpatient department has facility to take care of all office vascular procedures including venous screening, ABI, Biothesiometry and wound care. It is supported by trained staff including staff nurses, blood draw facilities, full fledged procedure rooms, X-ray machines, ultra sound equipments etc. The department is supported by the radiology department, which has all the modern equipment including CT and MRI Vascular radiology.


Our Facilities

  • Glue Therapy for Varicose Veins (day care)
  • LASER THERAPY FOR VARICOSE VEINS ADVANCED -1470 nm Painless Laser
  • FOAM Sclerotherapy for varicose vein
  • Iliac venoplasty and stenting for obstructive Varicose vein
  • Surgery for Vein Infiltrating Tumours
  • Arterial occlusions- fogartyembolectomy for acute limb ischemia
  • Arterial Occlusions: Thrombolytics
  • Angiojet for thrombus removal from blood vessels
  • IVC Filter/ Thrombolytics/ Angiojet for Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Superficial venous thrombosis treatments
  • Arterial occlusions- TAO, Peripheral vascular occlusive diseases
  • Angiogram Bypass surgery/ angioplasty + stenting
  • Aneurysm Surgery
  • endovascular Aneurysm repair EVAR, TEVAR
  • AV ACCESS FOR KIDNEY FAILURE PATIENTS
  • AV FISTULA SALVAGE FOR BLOCKED FISTULA
  • CENTRAL VENOUS OBSTRUCTION STENTING
  • ONCOLOGY SUPPORT-CHEMOPORT,PICC LINES
  • STROKE PREVENTION SURGERY- CAROTID ENDARTRECTOMY SURGERY
  • DIABETIC FOOT CARE
  • VENOUS ULCER CARE-FOUR LAYER BANDAGING
  • PROSTAGLANDIN THERAPY
  • STEM CELL THERAPY

Doctors

Dr. Rajesh Anto


Sr. Consultant Vascular Surgeon

Our Services

  • Blood draw facilities

    Full-fledged procedure rooms, X-ray machines, ultra sound equipment etc.; the department is supported by the Radiology Department, which has all the modern equipment including CT and MRI Vascular radiology

  • Ultrasound machine

    The department has an ultra sound machine, apart from the facility available in Radiology, to do Ultrasound guided procedures like Guided Access, Perioperative Vascular iImaging etc.

  • Peripheral Angiogram, Angioplasty, TEVAR, EVAR

    The department shares with Cardiology, the Cath Lab Suite, for doing procedures like Peripheral Angiogram, Angioplasty, TEVAR, EVAR.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What does a peripheral vascular surgeon treat?

    A peripheral vascular surgeon treats problems involving blood vessels outside the heart and brain. A vascular surgery hospital in Thrissur can provide evaluation for conditions such as peripheral artery disease, varicose veins, and circulation-related problems.

  • What is peripheral artery disease?

    When blood flow is restricted by narrowed arteries, especially to the limbs,  is what Peripheral artery disease is. It may cause pain while walking, cold feet, or wounds that take longer than usual to heal.

  • When should I consult a vascular surgeon?

    A vascular surgeon in Thrissur can help assess your condition, if you experience leg pain while walking, notice persistent swelling, or troublesome varicose veins, or a non-healing foot wound.

  • Can blocked arteries in the legs be treated without surgery?

    Yes, blocked arteries (Peripheral Artery disease) in the leg can frequently be treated without the need of a traditional surgery. Depending on how severe the blockage is, treatment may include medicines, supervised exercise, and changes such as stopping smoking. A procedure to improve blood flow might be required for more advanced cases and you should get a good peripheral artery disease in Kerala.

  • Are varicose veins dangerous?

    Many varicose veins are mainly a source of discomfort or cosmetic concern. However, some cause swelling, skin changes, or complications. If your veins are painful or symptoms are worsening, it's worth having them assessed.

  • How do doctors check blood circulation in the legs?

    Your doctor may check the pulses in your feet and recommend tests such as Doppler ultrasound or ankle-brachial pressure measurements. These help determine whether blood is reaching your legs properly.

  • Why shouldn't I ignore poor blood circulation in my legs?

    Poor circulation can make walking painful and prevent wounds from healing properly. In severe cases, it may lead to tissue damage. Early peripheral artery disease treatment can help manage symptoms and reduce the risk of complications