🏥 CARE Hospitals, Banjara Hills · Hyderabad
Vascular Conditions
Expert diagnosis and treatment of arterial, venous and lymphatic diseases — by Dr Rahul Agarwal, Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon
Dr Rahul Agarwal is a Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon at CARE Hospitals, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad — specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting arteries, veins, and the lymphatic system.
New to vascular surgery as a specialty? Start with our complete guide: what a vascular surgeon treats, how we differ from cardiologists, and how to choose the right surgeon in India →
✍️ Written by Dr Rahul Agarwal — MBBS, DNB (General Surgery), DrNB (Vascular Surgery), Consultant Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon, CARE Hospitals, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad. About Dr Rahul →
🦿 Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
Peripheral Artery Disease occurs when arteries in the legs become narrowed or blocked due to plaque buildup, reducing blood flow to the limbs.
🦵 Varicose Veins
Varicose veins are enlarged, twisted veins caused by faulty valves. Dr Agarwal offers EVLA, RFA, VenaSeal, Foam Sclerotherapy, and Phlebectomy.
🦶 Diabetic Foot & Limb Salvage
Diabetic foot complications are a leading cause of non-traumatic lower limb amputation in India. Dr Agarwal leads a dedicated limb salvage programme at CARE Hospitals.
💉 Dialysis Access & AV Fistula Surgery
For patients with chronic kidney disease requiring haemodialysis, reliable vascular access is a lifeline. Dr Agarwal performs fistula creation, fistuloplasty, thrombectomy, and access salvage.
Not sure what’s causing your symptoms? Book a consultation and Dr Rahul Agarwal will assess your condition and recommend the right next step.
🩸 Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
DVT is a blood clot in the deep veins that can cause pulmonary embolism. Dr Agarwal manages acute and chronic DVT using anticoagulation, thrombolysis, and thrombectomy.
Learn about thrombolysis & thrombectomy →
🫁 Aortic & Major Vessel Disease
Aortic aneurysms are often silent until rupture. Dr Agarwal evaluates and treats abdominal and thoracic aortic aneurysms using EVAR/TEVAR and open surgical techniques.
🧠 Carotid Artery Disease & Stroke Prevention
Dr Agarwal performs carotid endarterectomy (CEA) and carotid artery stenting (CAS) to reduce stroke risk in appropriate patients.
Learn about carotid treatment options →
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I need to see a vascular surgeon?
Common reasons include leg pain while walking, non-healing wounds on the foot, varicose veins causing discomfort, a pulsating lump in the abdomen, sudden leg swelling, or needing dialysis access. If in doubt, a consultation and basic vascular assessment can clarify whether specialist care is needed.
Are vascular conditions hereditary?
Some are. Varicose veins and aortic aneurysms often run in families. Peripheral artery disease and carotid disease are more strongly linked to smoking, diabetes, high blood pressure, and cholesterol than to heredity alone, though family history still raises risk.
What tests are used to diagnose vascular disease?
Doppler ultrasound is usually the first test, as it is painless and shows blood flow in real time. Depending on findings, this may be followed by CT angiography, MR angiography, or catheter angiography to plan treatment in detail.
Is vascular surgery always open surgery?
No. Most vascular conditions today are treated with minimally invasive endovascular techniques — angioplasty, stenting, laser or radiofrequency ablation — performed through small punctures rather than large incisions. Open surgery is reserved for select cases where it gives a better long-term result.
Is untreated vascular disease dangerous?
Yes. Depending on the condition, untreated vascular disease can lead to stroke, heart attack, limb amputation, or aneurysm rupture. Vascular disease in one area of the body — such as PAD in the legs — often signals similar narrowing elsewhere, including the heart and brain arteries.
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CARE Hospitals, Road No. 10, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad · Mon–Sat 10 AM–4 PM