We examine what the differences are between interventional radiologists, cardiothoracic, and vascular surgeons as well as how they treat various diseases.

1. DifferencesBetweenaVascularSurgeonandInterventionalRadiologist
Both vascular surgeons and interventional radiologists are medical
specialists who diagnose and treat conditions related to the blood
vessels and circulatory system. Vascular surgeons specialize in surgery of
the blood vessels, including the arteries, veins, and lymphatic system.
They are experts in treating conditions such as aneurysms, blockages,
and vascular trauma. They may perform surgeries such as bypass grafts,
angioplasty, and endarterectomy to improve blood flow and treat
vascular disease.

2. WhatIsaVascularSurgeon?
A vascular surgeon, sometimes referred to as a vascular specialist,
manages as well as treats veins and arteries in every part of the body
except the brain or heart. A vascular surgeon can treat conditions like:
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and other blood clots
Vein disease and venous insufficiency
Atherosclerosis like peripheral artery disease (PAD)
Critical limb ischemia
Diabetes vascular disease and limb salvage
Diseases of the aorta
Dialysis graft and fistula management
Non-healing wounds caused by vascular disease

3. AreCardiothoracicandVascularSurgeonstheSame?
A cardiothoracic surgeon is a physician who specializes in surgical procedures
of the heart, lungs, and other organs within the chest (also known as the
thoracic cavity). Think of vascular surgeon as a general title. Some vascular
specialists may also be cardiothoracic surgeons, but some may not be.
One of the most common diseases cardiothoracic surgeons and vascular
surgeons treat is coronary artery disease, also known as heart disease. This is
often caused by plaque buildup within the coronary artery, which can lead to a
heart attack. Even though they may be specialized in different systems,
cardiothoracic and vascular surgeons are versed in knowing how to
successfully unclog blocked arteries to restore flow to surrounding organs.
However, you may be wondering, “if cardiothoracic surgeons treat heart
disease, what kind of doctor treats peripheral artery disease?” Because they
have a similar cause, arterial plaque accumulation, many cardiothoracic
surgeons also treat peripheral artery disease (PAD). Although they may have a
different title depending on how they treat PAD, surgically or nonsurgically.
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4. WhatDoesanInterventionalRadiologistDo?
So, as we mentioned above, vascular surgeons can also be
interventional radiologists with the right training. Interventional
radiologists (IR) are classified by their ability to diagnose and treat
diseases with image-guided tools such as a fluoroscopy, a live x-ray. By
utilizing image-guided tools and techniques, IR doctors are able to
perform a wide variety of nonsurgical treatments and tests such as:
Angiography
Stent angioplasty
Chemoembolization
Uterine fibroid embolization (UFE)
Thrombolysis
Biopsy
Ablation
In order to reach these areas in the body, interventional radiologists
use tiny catheters, needles, and other instruments in combination
with the image-guided tools. This allows them to put minimum
pressure on other organs, which usually decreases the recovery time
and procedural risk. At USA Vascular Centers, IR doctor’s treat
peripheral artery disease using minimally invasive techniques.

5. FindingaVascularSurgeonorInterventionalRadiologistNearYou
Whether you’re experiencing vascular issues related to peripheral artery
disease or women’s health issues like uterine fibroids, our centers can
accommodate your needs. Your first appointment with a vascular surgeon
or interventional radiologist will be to discuss what you’ve been
experiencing and how we can help. From there, we will schedule testing or
treatment, depending on where you are in your journey. Give us a call at
888.773.2193 or schedule your initial consultation online.

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