Vascular Surgery For Diabetes

Vascular surgery improves blood flow to prevent complications such as infections, ulcers, and amputations in diabetic patients.

Diabetes can lead to peripheral artery disease (PAD), causing narrowed or blocked blood vessels, resulting in poor circulation, ulcers, and a higher risk of infections and amputations.

There is no surgery that cures diabetes, but procedures like peripheral angioplasty and vascular bypass can help manage complications related to diabetes.

The survival rate for vascular surgery varies depending on the patient's overall health and the specific procedure, but it is generally high when performed by experienced surgeons.

Vascular damage in diabetes is caused by high blood sugar levels, which can lead to inflammation, plaque buildup, and narrowing of the blood vessels.

In vascular surgery, blocked or narrowed blood vessels are either opened (angioplasty) or bypassed using a graft to restore blood flow.

Yes, most patients can walk shortly after vascular surgery, but the extent of activity will depend on the specific procedure and recovery progress.

Vascular surgery is performed under anesthesia, so you should not feel pain during the procedure. Post-surgery discomfort is common but manageable with pain medication.

Side effects of vascular surgery can include infection, bleeding, blood clots, swelling, and reactions to anesthesia. Most side effects are temporary and manageable with proper care.