Know the signs of an iliac vein obstruction and how to treat it.
Healthy veins carry blood to and from the heart. The veins that carry blood from the legs to the heart have to pass through an abdominal vein known as the iliac vein. While it is rare to have an iliac vein obstruction, this problem requires immediate attention to prevent dangerous complications such as a pulmonary embolism. To prevent these complications, it’s important that you turn to your Morristown, Sparta, Pompton Plains, and Teaneck, NJ, vein and vascular doctors.
Visit us if you experience any of these symptoms:
- Leg swelling
- Leg pain
- Skin ulcers
- Abdominal or pelvic pain
- Tenderness
- Redness
- Skin that’s warm to the touch
Keep in mind that pain may come and go or be persistent, but if you are experiencing any of these symptoms it’s important that you call your vein & vascular doctors for an immediate appointment. Since an obstruction restricts blood flow, this can lead to tissue death and blood clots, so it’s important not to ignore the symptoms.
How is an iliac vein obstruction treated?
Just like our name suggests, Advanced Vascular Associates offers the latest and most advanced vascular surgeries and procedures in Morristown, Sparta, Pompton Plains, and Teaneck, NJ. If you are dealing with an iliac vein obstruction, our team will most likely recommend a procedure that utilizes Intravascular Ultrasound, which is a far less invasive procedure than more traditional methods.
With Intravascular Ultrasound or IVUS, ultrasound technology helps our team guide a catheter through the blood vessels so that we can take a closer and more in-depth look at the vein. This procedure not only confirms the obstruction but also allows us to place a stent in the vein to reopen the vein and restore proper blood flow. We provide this minimally invasive, outpatient procedure in our offices under local anesthetic.
If you are experiencing any vein issues, know that your vein and vascular doctors are here to provide you with quick answers and care in Morristown, Sparta, Pompton Plains, and Teaneck, NJ. To schedule an evaluation, simply call Advanced Vascular Associates at (973) 540-9700.