Vascular Surgery and Access

What Is Vascular Surgery and Access?

Vascular access and surgery involve procedures that create or restore blood flow in the veins and arteries, often to support medical treatments like dialysis, chemotherapy, or long-term IV therapy, as well as to treat blockages, aneurysms, and circulation issues. These procedures range from minimally invasive techniques, such as catheter-based interventions, to open surgical repairs, including bypass surgery and fistula creation. Vascular access and surgery play a critical role in maintaining healthy circulation and preventing complications for patients with vascular conditions.

Vascular surgeons collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as cardiologists and internists, to provide comprehensive care for patients with vascular conditions.

Vascular Surgeries and Access We Treat

Accredited Cath Lab

AtlantiCare invasive cardiovascular laboratory (ICVL) or cath lab demonstrates the quality of patient care we provide using best practices for patient care and scheduling. Some of the procedures performed in the cath lab are:

• Abdominal aortic ultrasound: Used as a screening test to detect abdominal aortic aneurysm in men ages 65 to 75 who are also current or former cigarette smokers. It can help determine the cause of stomach pain or bloating.
• Arterial studies (ABI/PVVR, arterial duplex, upper extremity arterial testing): A series of tests used to diagnose peripheral vascular disease in the arms or legs.
• Carotid ultrasound: A painless, non-invasive imaging test using sound waves to create pictures of the inside of your carotid arteries. It is used to determine if there is a buildup of plaque or narrowing of the arteries.
• Venous upper & lower extremity: This ultrasound test evaluates whether you have a blood clot in your arms or legs.