Varicose veins are caused by leaking valves in the leg veins which can make them swollen, painful and unsightly. There are many treatments including compression stockings, surgery, sclerotherapy injections and endovenous laser ablation.

This is where blockage of the arteries reduces blood supply to the limbs. It is usually caused by plaque buildup. This often requires a scan to see the blockage and then corrective action such as angioplasty, stenting or surgery.

Diabetics need to look after their feet because of the high risk of ulcers, neuropathy, reduced blood supply, dry skin, infections and in the worst cases, amputation.

Ulcers can be painful and unsightly as well as taking a long time to heal. They can be caused by vascular disease and diabetes. In order to heal they must be addressed professionally.

DVT can be life-threateningly dangerous. But even after successful treatment, special care must be taken to ensure that long term damage such as Post Thrombotic Syndrome does not occur.

Carotid disease affects the arteries which supply blood to the brain. Plaques can form, and if they break off can travel up to the brain and cause a stroke. These must be removed safely and effectively.