Nevada Cardiologist: Preventing Vascular Disease

Vascular disease is one of the most deadly problems in the body that can build up over the course of years, even decades and is one of the foremost causes of stroke. By allowing a Nevada cardiologist at Reno Heart to perform a vascular screening on you, he or she might just save your life. This screening can help identify problems such as aortic aneurysms that can potentially rupture the aorta and carotid artery disease which is a build up plaque in the carotid arteries, usually caused by a hardening of the arteries. These ailments can cause a variety of concerns ranging from stroke to even death and diagnosing these problems early is the key to prevention. Regular screenings at Reno Heart Physicians are the first step to preventing unfortunate outcomes because early detection can stop aortic rupturing and carotid artery disease right in their tracks. The screening for many types of vascular disease is non-invasive and can accurately identify many diseases before they become a severe problem.

The Types of Vascular Screening

High-risk groups such as the elderly or those that have heart disease running in their families are recommended to get regular screenings. These groups have a high chance of developing many different forms of vascular disease, along with individuals who suffer from high blood pressure and diabetes. Because these groups are high-risk, it is recommended that they get regular screenings for vascular disease.

There are three different types of vascular screening that can help diagnosis potential life threats:

PAD Scan - is a Doppler exam that can identify blockages in arteries
Carotid Scan - detects most frequent causes of stroke
Aortic Scan - ultrasound of the aorta which scans for aneurysms

These scans are performed by a certified Nevada cardiologist, here at Reno Heart and can potentially save your life.