Peripheral Artery Catheterization (Balloon/Stent/Artery Removal)
Peripheral artery catheterization is one of the central methods in treating peripheral artery disease, which is classified as a disorder related to the circulatory system. The disease involves reduced blood flow in the peripheral vessels, which may indicate the presence of arteriosclerosis in one or more major arteries, leading to decreased blood flow to the brain and legs. Symptoms of this disease are cumulative and may only appear after long periods of time. There are many methods for diagnosing the disease and determining the treatment option.
What are the treatments for peripheral artery disease?
The treatment of peripheral artery disease aims to relieve the pain, especially during walking, and to prevent arterial sclerosis or arterial stenosis, as well as protection from strokes. These goals can be achieved by controlling lifestyle in the early stages of peripheral artery occlusion disease. For example, smokers should quit immediately. The following are the main treatments for peripheral artery disease:
- Peripheral Artery Catheterization: Therapeutic catheterization is one of the most important methods used in the treatment of peripheral artery disease "leg artery clearance". The goals of catheterization are to restore blood flow to the feet using several methods:
- Balloon and Stent: The treating physician inserts the catheter into the blocked arteries, then inflates a balloon and places a metal stent to maintain blood vessel patency and eliminate stenosis.
- Artery Removal: If peripheral artery catheterization is unsuccessful, arterial grafting from another area may be performed with removal of the obstructed segment.
- Medical Therapy: There are many types of medications that can be taken to treat peripheral artery disease:
- Artery Dilators: Various types of medications are available to dilate arteries and relieve pain.
- Blood Pressure Regulating Medications: In case of high blood pressure, it is important for the physician to determine the appropriate option, as high blood pressure can lead to arterial obstruction and narrowing in the body. The controlled blood pressure is 120/80, and blood pressure measurement is important for many diseases other than peripheral artery disease.
- Physical Exercise: Different types of physical exercises are recommended to activate blood circulation in the legs, in conjunction with medical therapy, to help deliver oxygen and nutrients to the tissues of the legs, feet, and ankles.
- Herbal Medicine: It is recommended to take a variety of herbs to alleviate the symptoms of peripheral artery disease, including:
- Garlic: Garlic is considered an important plant for treating many diseases, as it contains allicin, which protects against arteriosclerosis.
- Thyme: Thyme helps alleviate pain resulting from leg artery blockage, in addition to its importance for general heart health, as it contains quercetin, which reduces bad cholesterol in the blood.
