Advanced Laparoscopic Treatment Clinic Ahmedabad
Vascular surgery is a surgical subspecialty in which diseases of the vascular system, or arteries, veins and lymphatic circulation, are managed by medical therapy, minimally-invasive catheter procedures and surgical reconstruction.
Potential complications of open vascular surgery
- Allergic or other reaction to the anesthetics
- Bleeding
- Blood clot, which can cause a loss of blood flow to your legs or feet or travel to your lungs and cause a pulmonary embolism
- Heart attack or arrhythmia (irregular heart rhythm)
- Infection of the graft
- Injury to the bowel, kidneys, or spinal cord during the operation
- Lung problems
Reducing your risk of complications
- Alerting your healthcare providers if you have allergies to anesthetic medicines or contrast dyes
- Following your doctor’s orders for physical activity and wound care after surgery
- Notifying your doctor immediately of any concerns, such as bleeding, infection, fever, or increase in pain
- Taking your medications as directed