Atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries, is caused by plaque build-up inside your arteries and is a condition that occurs in 35% of Americans. The Vascular Experts Florida can help you understand the causes and treatment options when atherosclerosis causes renal and mesenteric disease.
Plaque build-up in the arteries, called stenosis, can affect any artery in the body. When stenosis occurs in the renal artery, it’s called renal artery occlusive disease. Stenosis of the arteries supplying the intestines is called mesenteric artery occlusive disease. Decreasing the blood supply to these organs is a serious condition, and patients with a family history of atherosclerosis, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, are at greater risk. Older patients with sedentary lifestyles, or smokers, are also at risk.
Behavioral modifications are effective with early detection, like quitting smoking, exercising regularly, and managing high blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes. In more advanced cases, angioplasty and stenting may be indicated.
Angioplasty and stenting reopen the artery and restore proper blood flow to the affected organs. This is done through a small puncture in your groin or arm. A catheter is inserted and advanced to the location of narrowing, and a balloon is inflated to widen the vessel. Then a stent is placed to hold the vessel open.
It may take several months for lifestyle changes to improve narrowed arteries. Angioplasty and stenting is immediately effective at restoring blood flow.
Your downtime depends on which treatment you have planned with Dr. Lina Vargas. Following endovascular interventions, a short period of recovery is necessary to ensure the access site heals properly.
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