Vascular Disease

Vascular disease is any disease of the vascular system, which includes your veins and arteries. Arteries and veins (blood vessels) are our bodies’ roadway that are used to circulate blood through arms, legs, and internal organs. Vascular disease occurs when an abnormal condition affects the blood vessels. Many people are familiar with heart disease and with the consequences of blockages in the vessels that carry blood to and from the heart. But it is important to realize that blockages caused by a buildup of plaque and cholesterol affect more than coronary arteries. Arteries throughout the body carry oxygen-rich blood away from the heart, so blockages can occur in all arteries, with serious effects.

Millions of Americans have, or are at risk for, various forms of vascular disease, including peripheral arterial disease (PAD), chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), renal artery disease, carotid artery disease, and aortic aneurysms.

• Peripheral arterial disease affects more than 12 million Americans and is increasingly recognized as an important cause of cardiovascular death.
• Vein disease affects more than 25 million adults in the United States with an estimated prevalence of up to 30% of the adult population suffering from venous symptoms. 

When untreated, vascular disease can significantly reduce quality of life, and even lead to severe disability and death. The good news is, if caught early, vascular disease, including stroke, peripheral arterial disease, carotid artery disease, and aortic aneurysms can be treated effectively!

At Consulting Cardiologists, we are pleased to have Dr. Zain Ahmed, an expert at the forefront of diagnostic and treatment solutions for vascular disease. Dr. Ahmed specializes in coronary and peripheral vascular interventions. He provides a wide range of diagnostic testing and therapies to diagnose and treat patients with conditions affecting the veins, arteries, and blood vessels. As an interventional cardiologist, Dr. Ahmed focuses on diagnosing and treating cardiovascular disease and peripheral vascular disease through catheter-based procedures, such as balloon angioplasty and stenting. These minimally invasive surgical procedures can often be performed in our office. Click here to learn more about Dr. Ahmed.