Vascular surgery

Surgical treatments for all types of blood vessel conditions, from common vascular conditions such as thread veins to more complex vascular conditions.

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What is vascular surgery?

Vascular surgery treats conditions that affect the arteries and veins. It's a highly specialised yet far-reaching area that covers cosmetic issues such as birthmarks and thread veins through to serious circulatory conditions that can lead to strokes and aneurysms.

We have specialist vascular surgery units at three of our HCA UK hospitals so you can benefit from access to the highest quality expertise.

The Harley Street Clinic, London Bridge Hospital and The Wellington Hospital offers an extensive range of surgical treatments, including tumour removal and surgery to unblock narrow arteries.

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Complex vascular and endovascular services

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. We routinely care for patients with aortic aneurysms including thoracoabdominal aneurysms to patients with diabetic vascular disease.

Our vascular team 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. The 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 vascular needs.

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