Types of Vascular Disease and How to Treat Them

At Great South Bay Surgical Associates, it is our goal to provide the highest quality care for all our patients when it comes to their vascular health needs. There are many types of vascular disease out there, and we are prepared to help you get better. Below are a few common vascular diseases and how we can treat them:

Varicose Veins and Spider Veins - These two medical terms are typically used interchangeably, but they have their differences. For example, varicose veins are often bulky and protruding from under the skin while spider veins are slightly smaller and flatter. Although there are multiple procedures that can be used for both, some work better for one than the other. Sclerotherapy injection treatments are effective in curing both varicose veins and spider veins, but sometimes a more invasive surgical procedure is necessary for varicose veins.

Pulmonary Embolism - Essentially, pulmonary embolism is a blood clot that forms in a vein, travels through your bloodstream, and lodges in your lungs. Shortness of breath and chest pain are common symptoms you may experience as a result of Pulmonary Embolism. This vascular complication calls for a medical emergency due to its life threatening effects. An effective form of treatment is IVC (inferior vein cava) filter replacement, which involves the use of image guidance to place a filter in the IVC, the large vein in your abdomen that returns blood from the lower body to the heart.

Aneurysm - An aneurysm is an abnormal enlargement in the wall of a blood vessel, which occurs when the artery wall weakens. Although they can develop slowly over time without any symptoms, an occurring condition near the skin’s surface can be quite painful and may include swelling near the affected area. To cure an aneurysm, surgeons often rely on AAA (Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm) Surgery. AAA surgery is a minimally-invasive procedure use to repair a weakened area in the wall of the aorta (the main artery).  

At Great South Bay Surgical Associates, we understand our patients’ needs for vascular surgery to restore good health, which is why we offer several types of treatments: Laser, Sclerotherapy injections, inferior vena cava (IVC) filter placement, and more.

To learn more about our vascular surgery options, click here or call 631-321-6801 to schedule a consultation today.