Cardiologist in Port Charlotte

Lower and Upper Extremity Interventions: Severe blockages in the arteries of the arms and legs can lead to lifestyle-limiting pain (claudication), tissue ulceration, infection and ultimately amputation. Peripheral arterial intervention is the catheter-based treatment of blocked arteries in the limbs to restore blood flow, improve physical capacity and quality of life, enhance wound healing and prevent amputation. Similar to coronary intervention, the procedure is performed via a minimally invasive approach and arteries are opened using various techniques including balloons and stents. Dr. Patel , a highly skilled cardiologist in Port Charlotte, Florida, specialises in a wide array of peripheral and vascular interventions aimed at improving the health and quality of life of his patients. Included in these interventions are : – Complex peripheral disease anatomy including aortoiliac and femoral occlusive disease – Critical limb ischemia intervention of below-knee small vessel disease – Pedal access intervention – Atherectomy (Orbital, Directional, Laser) – Intravascular lithotripsy – Percutaneous deep venous arterialization for limb salvage Carotid Artery Interventions: Severe blockages in the arteries that supply the brain (carotid artery disease) can cause stroke or transient ischemic attack (mini-stroke), a leading cause of death and disability in the United States. Dr. Patel offers catheter-based treatment of severe carotid artery disease including: – Transfemoral carotid artery stenting with an embolic protection device – Transcarotid artery revascularization (TCAR) Aortic Aneurysm Interventions: The largest and principal artery in the body is the aorta.It originates from the heart and continues to the lower abdomen where it branches into arteries of the pelvis and legs. An aortic aneurysm is the abnormal enlargement/ dilation of the aorta due to inflammation and can lead to death due to rupture. Dr. Patel offers catheter-based treatment of aortic aneurysms using endovascular grafts to seal the aneurysm from within the aorta without requiring high-risk open surgical repair. Mesenteric Artery Interventions Severe blockages in the intestinal (mesenteric) arteries can lead to abdominal pain and bloating after eating, gastrointestinal ulcers, bleeding and weight loss. Dr. Patel offers catheter-based treatment of such blockages with angioplasty and stenting to restore blood flow to vital abdominal organs. Renal Artery Interventions: Severe blockages in the arteries of the kidneys (renal artery disease) can sometimes cause kidney failure and poorly controlled high blood pressure. Dr. Patel offers catheter-based treatment of critical kidney artery blockages with angioplasty and stenting to lower the risk of kidney failure and optimise blood pressure control. With his expertise in these advanced interventions, Dr. Patel, a trusted cardiologist in Port Charlotte, Florida, is dedicated to delivering comprehensive care tailored to each patient’s unique needs, ensuring the best possible outcomes and quality of life.