Vascular Disease Treatment

The University of Chicago Medicine's nationally recognized specialists are trained in vascular and endovascular treatments. In order to determine the best care plan for each patient, we perform a comprehensive evaluation, which examines:

Extent of the disease
Overall health
Signs and symptoms
Tolerance for medications, procedures and/or therapies

Our highly skilled multidisciplinary team analyzes each case individually to design a tailored treatment strategy that will cater to our patient's distinct needs.

Medical Management

Lifestyle changes can reduce your risk of advancing vascular disease. Engaging in lifestyle risk reduction — such as smoking cessation, healthy eating habits, regular exercise, blood pressure management and weight control — can lower your chances for an initial or reoccurring vascular event.
Medications are another option for managing vascular conditions, or the underlying causes of vascular conditions. Medications can be used to treat conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes to reduce the risk of inducing vascular disease, including:
- Lipid lowering medication (statins)
- Blood pressure medication
- Anti-platelet medication (Aspirin and/or Plavix)
Observation, such as routine ultrasound, CT and MRI are used to monitor the size and growth of aneurysms.

Surgical Treatment

Patients suffering from vascular disease may require surgery to remove plaque build-up, repair an aneurysm or bypass blocked arteries. UChicago Medicine vascular surgeons are leaders in surgical treatment for vascular disease. After pioneering multiple vascular procedures, our surgeons trained other physicians around the world on new surgical techniques, so our patients can trust that we have the expertise to manage their vascular condition.

Vascular Disease Treatments We Perform

Current Clinical Trials for Vascular Disease

Shifting Care and Outcomes for Patients With Endangered Limbs - Critical Limb Ischemia

The Hancock Jaffe Surgical Antireflux Venous Valve Endoprosthesis Study

Vascular Conditions We Treat

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Aortic Dissection Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Carotid Artery Disease Limb Salvage Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)Peripheral Artery Disease Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Vein Clinic

Vascular Surgery Resources

Vascular Surgery Second Opinion 565 x 290

Get a Second Opinion

You can request a second opinion with one of our vascular surgeons.

Clinical Trials

Our vascular surgeons are continuously investigating the latest medications, devices, diagnostic services and treatments for vascular disease.

Request an Appointment

We are currently experiencing a high volume of inquiries, leading to delayed response times. For faster assistance, please call 1-773-702-6128 to schedule your appointment.

If you have symptoms of an urgent nature, please call your doctor or go to the emergency room immediately.

By submitting this form you acknowledge the risk of sending this information by email and agree not to hold the University of Chicago or University of Chicago Medical Center liable for any damages you may incur as a result of the transfer or use of this information. The use or transmittal of this form does not create a physician-contact relationship. More information regarding the confidentiality of this request can be found in our Privacy Policy.

* Indicates required field