Vascular care
Our vascular and endovascular service provides one of the most extensive private offerings in the UK specialising in the treatment of all vascular conditions.
Vascular services at HCA UK
Led by internationally renowned consultants, the vascular and endovascular service at our HCA UK London Bridge Hospital provides one of the most extensive private offerings in the UK and specialises in the treatment of all vascular conditions.
With the highest quality intraoperative features including image manipulation and 3D guidance, the hybrid theatre at London Bridge Hospital allows our vascular surgeons to tackle ever more complex endovascular procedures in the private sector. This includes branched and fenestrated endovascular aortic repair (BEVAR and FEVAR) – a significant step in the level of complexity of thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm repair.
We are also proud of the surgical outcomes we achieve for our patients. For three consecutive years, our surgical outcomes have been above the national average. Our overall survival rate for all cardiac surgery between 2021-2023 was 99%. 99.8% for the most recent year 2022/2023. This is a direct reflection of our dedicated complex vascular team at London Bridge Hospital who include leaders from London’s NHS teaching hospitals and highest volume vascular centres in the UK. Many of whom proctor internationally in advanced endovascular techniques and aortic infections.
Vascular consultants
Mr Said Abisi
General Surgery
Mr Prakash Saha
General Surgery
Mr Morad Sallam
Vascular Surgery
Some of the conditions we treat
- Aneurysms – aortic aneurysms including thoracoabdominal aneurysms
- Aortic dissection
- Aortic infection
- Peripheral arterial disease
- Carotid artery disease
- Deep vein thrombosis
- Varicose veins
- Leg ulcers
- Diabetic foot problems
- Intermittent claudication
- Aortoiliac occlusive disease
- Chronic deep venous insufficiency
- Lymphoedema
- Arteriovenous malformations
- Diabetic vascular disease
Diagnostic technology
- Latest generation CT and MRI scanning
- Angiogram
- Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI Test)
- Carotid Duplex
- Computed Tomography Angiography (CTA) and Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA) Tests
- Duplex Ultrasound (also known as Doppler Test)
Advanced vascular treatment options
Our surgeons perform advanced procedures for even the most challenging venous and arterial diseases. These include:
- Endovascular (stent graft) and open aneurysm repair
- Branched and fenestrated endovascular aortic repair (BEVAR & FEVAR)
- Balloon angioplasty and stent insertion
- Debulking devices for removal of atherosclerosis (atherectomy)
- Covered endovascular reconstruction of aortic bifurcation to treat aortoiliac occlusive disease (CERAB)
- Re-entry devices (such as the OUTBACK catheter for treating chronic total occlusion)
- Lithotripsy for peripheral vascular disease
- Minimally invasive endovenous procedures
- Dedicated venous stents for the treatment of chronic deep venous insufficiency
- Open complex aortovascular procedures
In-depth knowledge of complex vascular disease
Patients are supported by our sub-specialised team of consultant cardiologists, vascular surgeons and radiologists who develop personalised treatment plans within a multidisciplinary framework.
Dedicated pre and post operative protocols and passionate nursing care provide continuity of care for patients and their families, and our physiotherapists, occupational therapists and podiatrists work collaboratively to coordinate, support and speed patient recovery.
At London Bridge Hospital, the vascular team regularly collaborate with colleagues from other fields of medicine such as cardiology, thoracic, endocrinology, liver and gastroenterology. This strong network means we’re extremely confident in developing robust care plans – and experienced in treating patients with the most complex of needs.
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Locations
London Bridge Hospital
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