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Conditions & care
The right information.
A clearer starting point.
Explore related areas of vascular care, then discuss individual circumstances and treatment options with the practice.
Arterial circulation
& diabetic foot
Information about arterial disease, circulation assessment and multidisciplinary foot care.
Read care informationVeins & venous
conditions
Information about chronic venous disease, varicose veins and deep vein thrombosis.
Explore the venous pathwayDialysis access
& follow-up
Information about access planning, access-related problems and follow-up arrangements.
Read care informationAortic conditions
& assessment
Information about aortic disease, imaging review and consultation planning.
Read care informationSecond opinions
& care reviews
A route for requesting review of existing vascular assessments and treatment plans.
Read care informationOncology ports
& related care
Information for patients and clinicians considering port-related assessment.
Read care informationInitial information pathway
Chronic venous information.
Begin with an overview, explore the purpose of an assessment, and prepare for your visit. The information does not replace a consultation.
Start with the venous overviewA closer look
Prepare for the right conversation.
Arterial circulation & diabetic foot
Narrowing of the arteries can reduce blood supply to the legs and feet. Symptoms can include pain when walking, pain at rest or a wound that is slow to heal. Diabetes can increase the risk of circulation and foot problems.
What to bring and discuss
Bring your symptom history, medication list, previous circulation tests and wound-care records. Assessment may include pulse examination, pressure measurements and ultrasound; further imaging depends on the findings.
Arterial disease information — Society for Vascular SurgeryVeins & venous conditions
Varicose veins may cause aching, heaviness, swelling and skin changes. Venous assessment considers symptoms and blood flow, rather than the appearance of veins alone.
What to bring and discuss
Bring previous ultrasound reports and a history of any blood clots or vein treatment. Use our venous pathway to prepare questions about assessment and your options.
Varicose vein information — Society for Vascular SurgeryDialysis access & follow-up
Dialysis access planning is coordinated with your kidney-care team. The options may include an arteriovenous fistula, graft or catheter, depending on your clinical needs.
What to bring and discuss
Bring the nephrologist’s referral, previous access history and any imaging. Vessel assessment and ultrasound mapping may help plan access. Agree how progress and access function will be checked.
Dialysis access information — Society for Vascular SurgeryAortic conditions & assessment
An aneurysm is an enlargement of an artery. Aortic aneurysms may be found on a scan before they cause symptoms. Review considers the scan findings, change over time and your general health.
What to bring and discuss
Bring the actual imaging as well as the report, and previous scans where available. The consultation can clarify whether surveillance, further investigation or a discussion about repair is appropriate.
Aortic aneurysm information — Society for Vascular SurgerySecond opinions & care reviews
A second-opinion consultation provides an opportunity to review an existing vascular diagnosis, investigation or treatment proposal.
What to bring and discuss
Prepare your main question, previous letters, imaging and reports, procedure details and current medication list. Ask the practice how to share the records securely before your appointment.
Oncology ports & related care
Port assessment is planned with your oncology or treating team. The consultation reviews the reason for access and the arrangements for the procedure and ongoing care.
What to bring and discuss
Bring the referral, planned treatment schedule, medication list and details of any existing access device. Confirm preparation, medication instructions and who will provide port maintenance.
Other vascular concerns
For carotid disease, lymphatic swelling, vascular inflammation, Raynaud’s symptoms or another circulation concern, contact the practice to confirm the appropriate assessment and referral arrangements.
Previous reports and your referring clinician’s question help the team prepare for your review.
Explore vascular conditions — Society for Vascular Surgery