Angiography, Angioplasty and Stenting for Diabetic Foot
If arteries supplying blood to the legs and feet become blocked or narrowed, cutting off blood flow, diabetic foot problems can become serious. The patients can have pain, slow-to-heal wounds, discolouration of the skin, numbness or ulcers, which can increase the risk of infection and tissue damage. Angiography, Angioplasty and Stenting are minimally invasive vascular procedures used to restore circulation and improve healing in patients suffering from diabetic foot complications. Dr. Zaheer Shirazi offers image-guided vascular treatment options to improve blood supply and help patients avoid serious complications.
Angiography is often the first test to evaluate blocked blood vessels in the legs and feet. The procedure uses imaging technology and contrast dye to locate narrowed or blocked arteries that affect blood flow. Such a detailed assessment enables accurate treatment planning and helps to assess the severity of the disease. It is very important for limb preservation and recovery to diagnose early because many diabetic patients do not know about poor circulation until wounds do not heal properly.
Angioplasty opens narrowed arteries by inserting a small balloon catheter through a tiny puncture in the artery. When the blockage is reached, the balloon is inflated to improve blood flow to the affected foot. Stenting may also be necessary in some cases to keep the artery open and ensure adequate blood flow. These are minor procedures that are often done without major surgery, which means a quicker recovery and shorter hospital stay for diabetic patients who may already have multiple health concerns.
Recovery of blood flow is important in wound healing and pain reduction associated with diabetic foot disease. Enhanced blood flow can promote better healing of ulcers, reduce the risk of infection, and reduce the need for amputation in more advanced cases. Dr. Zaheer Shirazi takes the time to discuss each patient’s vascular status, history of diabetes and overall health before recommending an individualised treatment plan. Follow-up care and regular monitoring are also important aspects of long-term management of diabetic foot.
Modern interventional radiology techniques that emphasise precision and patient comfort can be beneficial for patients in Lahore looking for Angiography, Angioplasty, and Stenting for Diabetic Foot. Dr. Zaheer Shirazi offers minimally invasive vascular care that improves circulation, promotes wound healing, and enhances the quality of life in diabetic patients. Treating poor blood flow early can make a big difference in foot health and in avoiding serious complications of diabetes.














