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Peripheral Vascular Disease Evaluation

Peripheral Vascular Disease Evaluation Services Available in Live Oak, Stone Oak, and Southside, San Antonio, Schertz, and New Braunfels, TX

Peripheral vascular disease deprives your body’s organs and tissues of oxygen-rich blood. Primary Care SA, located in the Stone Oak, Southside, and North Star neighborhoods of San Antonio, as well as Castle Hills, New Braunfels, Schertz, and Live Oak, Texas, conducts thorough assessments for peripheral vascular diseases in collaboration with our team to prevent complications such as reduced mobility. Make an appointment by calling or scheduling by e-mail today to find out more.

What Is Peripheral Vascular Disease?

Peripheral vascular disorder (PVD) is a persistent disease that causes unhealthy circulation of blood. Atherosclerosis, which is where plaque adheres to the wall of the artery -is the leading reason for PVD. As time passes, atherosclerosis causes the artery walls to thicken in stiffness, stiffening and then reducing the flow of blood. Organs, limbs and tissues require oxygen-rich blood for their survival.

A thorough evaluation is crucial for avoiding complications such as slow-healing injuries, loss of limbs as well as stroke. Primary Care SA is a modern clinic that offers onsite test procedures to determine the possibility of developing peripheral blood vessel disease. Our team utilizes cutting-edge technologies to identify your problem.

Peripheral Vascular Disease San Antonio, TX
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Why Might I Need A Peripheral Vascular Disease Evaluation?

Peripheral vascular diseases usually cause the absence of symptoms at the beginning. A thorough examination is the only way to determine if you suffer from this condition. A team might recommend that you undergo an exam if you’ve got the risk factors of peripheral vascular disease like high cholesterol, as well as hypertension (high blood pressure).

It is also possible to evaluate if you have:

  • Slow-healing wounds on the lower limbs
  • Heaviness or numbness of the legsThe skin is glowing on the extremities.
  • The skin is glowing on the extremities.
  • Cold, brittle skin
  • The burning or pain of the toes
  • Toenails that are thickened
  • Blue or red discoloration on the legs

In the absence of a complete examination and appropriate treatment, peripheral vascular diseases may cause Gangrene (dead tissues) and restrict your movement.

What Happens During A Peripheral Vascular Disease Evaluation?

At the time of your assessment of peripheral vascular diseases, The team will review your medical history and then perform a physical examination. They then request tests like:

Blood tests: Examining your blood to determine the presence of glucose (sugar) as well as cholesterol could assist in the detection of the presence of diabetes as well as high cholesterol. Two diseases that increase the risk of PVD.

The Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) ABI: An ABI test measures the blood pressure of different parts of your body, namely the ankle and arm. The medical team can combine the test with an exercise test, which measures your blood pressure prior to and after you walk on the treadmill.

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Doppler ultrasound: Doppler ultrasound monitors the flow of blood to identify obstructions in the arterial blood vessels. Additionally, it can help you determine if the arteries in your body are getting narrower.

At Primary Care SA, we collaborate with you to determine the necessary tests for diagnosing and treating PVD.
Contact Primary Care SA or schedule an appointment on the internet today to find out more about peripheral vascular disease.