CaRi-heart technology
Revolutionary new technology to assess the risk of a serious heart condition or heart attack – many years before anything happens.
Vascular surgery
Surgical treatments for all types of blood vessel conditions, from common vascular conditions such as thread veins to more complex vascular conditions.
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.
Some of the conditions we treat
Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA)
CAUSES AND SYMPTOMS OF BULGES IN ABDOMINAL BLOOD VESSELS
Our experts can explain the symptoms of abdominal aortic aneurysms and offer advice on the treatments available
Aortic disease
Peripheral arterial disease
Valve disease
Private blood clot symptoms & treatment
Blood clots are clumps of blood that form in your veins and arteries. Clotting is a natural process that helps prevent excessive bleeding but can also cause serious medical emergencies.
Arterial blockages
If you're experiencing symptoms such as: chest pain, shortness of breath or palpitations, HCA UK's experts can help.
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot forms in a deep vein in your body, typically in your leg.
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD)
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a common condition that occurs when fatty deposits within the arteries restrict blood flow in the lower limbs, often causing pain or discomfort.
Peripheral vascular disease (PVD)
Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is a category of circulation disorders that affect blood vessels outside of the heart, restricting blood flow and causing a wide variety of symptoms.
Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS)
From complex nerve surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional peripheral nerve care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
Varicose veins
Varicose veins are swollen, bulging veins that normally occur in the legs and feet
Vasculitis
Vasculitis is when your body's natural response to injury, which is inflammation, happens in healthy blood vessels
Diagnostic technology
- Latest generation Ultrasound, CT and MRI scanning
- Angiography in the interventional radiology suite
- Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI Test)
- Carotid Duplex
- Computed Tomography Angiography (CTA)
- Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA)
- Doppler ultrasound flow studies
- Pulse volume recording waveform analysis
- Photoplethysmography (PPG)
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.
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.
Some of the treatments we offer
Vascular embolisation
A PROCEDURE TO BLOCK BLOOD VESSELS TO A TUMOUR OR TO STOP BLEEDING
Having a vascular embolisation will help to treat cancer or stop bleeding without needing to have surgery
Treatments for excessive sweating
A range of surgical and non-surgical treatments to help reduce and improve the amount of sweating from the condition hyperhidrosis.
Stent surgery
- No.1 in the UK for private cardiac care
- Appointments in as little as 24 hours
- 99% of our cardiac patients would recommend us to friends and family
Endarterectomy
Vascular surgery to remove the build of fatty deposits in the arteries. This procedure can help prevent strokes and improve blood flow.
Endovascular aneurysm or aortic repair
A pioneering treatment that uses minimally invasive surgical techniques to help stop an aneurysm from bursting.
Varicose vein symptoms & treatment
Varicose veins are enlarged and swollen veins that typically occur on legs and feet. It's a common medical problem and HCA UK offers you the best expert referral and treatments. Surgery or treatment can relieve symptoms and improve the appearance of unsightly veins.
Carotid endarterectomy
Carotid surgery in the head and neck carotid artery, carried out by HCA UK’s experts to unblock the carotid artery to restore blood flow.
Need to know
A carotid endarterectomy involves removing a calcified build-up (plaque) on the inner wall of an artery to help prevent strokes and improve blood flow in narrowed arteries. It's usually carried out on the arteries of the lower limbs but can be performed on any artery.
Whilst excessive sweating isn't usually a sign of anything serious, it can have a negative impact on your life. We offer a range of surgical and non-surgical treatments that can help reduce the amount you sweat and improve your quality of life.
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Varicose veins are swollen, enlarged veins that are purple and bulging in appearance. Normal veins have many one-way valves to help flow blood back to your heart. If you have varicose veins, the valves in your veins aren't working properly. There are several different types of treatments available to...
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Vascular access refers to a group of procedures that use a catheter to deliver drugs intravenously over a period of time. It includes chemotherapy, long-term intravenous feeding, blood transfusions and dialysis. If your consultant needs to take repeated blood samples, they may use the same method.
Vascular embolisation can shrink or slow down the growth of a tumour by reducing or blocking its blood supply, depriving it of the oxygen or nutrients it needs to grow. It can also be used to stop bleeding from a damaged artery or vein, or to block blood supply to a particular part of the body or an...
Our Vascular surgery locations
The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street W1G 8BJ London
The Wellington Hospital
Wellington Place St John's Wood NW8 9LE London
London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street SE1 2PR London
This content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.