Doctors identify 70 varicose vein cases, 50 suspected PAD patients and 20 diabetic foot complications during National Vascular Day screening initiative
Renowned Vascular Surgeon Dr. P. C. Gupta consulting a patient during the Free Vascular Health Check Camp
Hyderabad: A free vascular health screening camp organised by CARE Hospitals, Banjara Hills, on the occasion of National Vascular Day screened 300 people and revealed a significant burden of undiagnosed vascular disorders, underscoring the need for greater awareness and early detection of circulatory diseases.
The one-day camp, led by Dr. P. C. Gupta, Clinical Director & HOD – Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, Vascular IR & Podiatric Surgery, provided free vascular consultations and Doppler evaluations for individuals at high risk of vascular disease.
Doctors identified 70 cases of varicose veins, 50 suspected cases of Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) and 20 patients with diabetic foot complications requiring specialised vascular care. Of those screened, 20 individuals were advised advanced vascular investigations or interventions, while five patients were recommended vascular surgery based on the severity of their condition.
According to clinicians, many participants had been experiencing symptoms such as leg pain while walking, persistent swelling, numbness, cold feet and non-healing wounds for months without realising they could indicate serious vascular disease. Many had never undergone a vascular assessment before attending the camp.
"Many people continue to ignore early warning signs such as leg pain while walking, numbness, cold feet or non-healing foot wounds, unaware that these symptoms may indicate blocked arteries. Early vascular screening allows timely diagnosis and treatment, helping prevent limb loss," said Dr. P. C. Gupta.
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| Dr. P. C. Gupta interacting with a patient |
He advised that people living with diabetes, smokers, individuals over 50 years of age and those with hypertension or high cholesterol should undergo regular vascular evaluations, as these groups are at significantly higher risk of developing blocked arteries.
Commenting on the response, Abhinav Joshi, Zonal Chief Operating Officer, CARE Hospitals, Banjara Hills, said the large turnout reflected increasing public awareness about vascular health and the importance of preventive screening programmes in identifying diseases before they become limb- or life-threatening.
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD), caused by narrowing or blockage of arteries supplying blood to the legs, is increasingly seen among people with diabetes. Experts say early symptoms—including leg pain while walking, cold feet, numbness, skin colour changes and non-healing foot ulcers—are frequently overlooked until the disease reaches an advanced stage.
Healthcare experts emphasise that timely diagnosis through simple vascular screening and Doppler evaluation can significantly reduce the risk of preventable amputations and improve long-term patient outcomes.