Preventing amputation due to Vascular Diseases, through advances in Vascular Surgery

Every 30 seconds, someone somewhere in the world loses a limb. In India alone, approximately 1,00,000 patients lose their limbs each year, according to a report by the National Institute of Health. As India's population continues to grow, with the elderly population rising to 10% and diabetic patients up to 25%, both being strong risk factors for vascular disease, the number of amputations is likely to increase further. The majority of these patients suffer from either hidden or advanced diseases affecting the blood vessels, often accompanied by infections.

However, recent years have witnessed significant advancements in vascular surgery in India, making it an essential specialty in the medical field. The adoption of cutting-edge technology is now saving than ever before. This specialty focuses on diagnosing and treating diseases related to arteries and veins. Today, India boasts a range of state-of-the-art medical facilities equipped with the latest technologies to diagnose and perform complex vascular procedures.

Vascular specialists in India are adept at performing both traditional open surgical procedures, such as leg bypass surgeries and carotid artery surgeries, as well as endovascular procedures like peripheral angioplasties, stenting, endovascular aneurysm repair, blood clot removal, and endovenous procedures.

A patient-centric treatment approach is employed, tailoring modalities according to each patient’s needs, thus providing affordable yet high-quality healthcare. 

In conclusion, vascular surgery is a rapidly evolving field driven by technological advancements, skilled professionals, and a robust healthcare infrastructure. 

While our goal of an amputation-free India may seem ambitious, with increased awareness among patients and primary physicians, better diabetes control, and early detection of vascular diseases, we are optimistic that we will achieve this target soon.

Featuring insights from Dr. V. Balaji, Senior Consultant - Vascular Surgery, Apollo Hospitals, Greams Lane, Chennai

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