Despite a growing number of vascular specialists and facilities performing peripheral interventions (minimally-invasive procedures performed using a catheter), Amputation remains the most conventional and common approach to treating severe stages of Critical Limb Ischemia. The Texas Cardiac & Vascular Institute does not perform amputations, and is invested in community outreach and education to spread the word about the limb and life saving procedures. 

The experts at The Texas Cardiac & Vascular Institute specialize in minimally invasive treatments for peripheral artery disease (PAD). These treatments help restore blood flow to affected areas in the lower extremities. The goal of these treatments is to relieve pain, assist with wound healing, improve mobility, restore sensation, and, most importantly, prevent amputation. Some of the revascularization techniques uses at The Texas Cardiac & Vascular Institute include:

• Percutaneous Transluminal Angioplasty (PTA)
• Stent Placement
• Atherectomy