Healthy blood vessels are essential for ensuring optimal oxygen and nutrient supply throughout the body. However, vascular diseases often develop silently and go unnoticed—until they lead to serious complications such as circulation issues, chronic wounds, or even amputations.
A regular vascular check helps detect conditions like Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) or venous insufficiencies early, enabling targeted treatment. But how does a vascular check work? What parameters are measured? And what role does modern diagnostics play? This article explores everything you need to know about vascular health.
Why Are Regular Vascular Checks Important?
Many vascular diseases initially develop without noticeable symptoms. Certain groups, particularly those with diabetes, high blood pressure, elevated cholesterol levels, or smokers, are at an increased risk for arterial and venous circulation issues.
The benefits of early vascular checks include:
- Identifying risk factors before symptoms occur
- Diagnosing circulation issues and starting timely treatment
- Preventing severe complications like amputations
A vascular check is a preventive measure that contributes to long-term health maintenance.
How Does a Vascular Check Work?
A vascular check involves several quick, painless, and reliable examination methods. Key components include:
Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) – Early Indicator for PAD
Also known as the Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI), this test measures blood pressure at the ankles and compares it to the blood pressure at the arms. A low ABI value can indicate circulation issues in the legs.
➤ Limitation of traditional ABI measurements: Results are often operator-dependent and can be influenced by high blood pressure or calcified arteries.
Venous Function Measurement – Assessing Venous Function
To evaluate venous insufficiencies, the venous refill time (T0) and venous pump volume (V0) are measured. Shortened values may indicate impaired venous function.
Modern Oscillography – Fast, Accurate, and Blood Pressure-Independent
Advanced devices like the AngE™ ABI+ offer a reliable, blood pressure-independent method for vascular diagnostics. Benefits include:
- Quick measurements within 1-2 minutes
- Precise, delegable use by medical personnel
- Accurate results—unaffected by high blood pressure or calcified arteries
Who Should Have Regular Vascular Checks?
A regular vascular check is recommended for:
- People over 60 years old
- Individuals with diabetes or high blood pressure
- Smokers or those with elevated cholesterol levels
- People with a family history of vascular diseases
- Patients experiencing leg pain, cold feet, or slow-healing wounds
Even younger individuals with unhealthy lifestyles or genetic predispositions can benefit from preventive vascular checks. Find out more about the Amercian Heart Association’s (AHA) view on this topic here.
Conclusion: Vascular Checks Save Lives
A regular vascular check is a simple, quick, and painless way to detect vascular diseases early and take timely action. In the best-case scenario, amputations can be avoided, and life expectancy can be increased—especially considering that post-amputation mortality due to circulation issues nearly exceeds 50% within five years*.
Modern devices like the AngE™ ABI+ enable precise, delegable, and quickly analyzed vascular measurements, facilitating targeted prevention and therapy.
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