Why Choose Loyola Medicine
Loyola’s team includes vascular surgeons, nephrologists, and interventional radiologists who collaborate to create precise, personalized treatment plans. Our center uses sophisticated imaging and minimally-invasive techniques to restore healthy blood flow and prevent organ damage.
How is Mesenteric & Renal Artery Disease Diagnosed?
Symptoms like abdominal pain after eating, unexplained weight loss, high blood pressure that is hard to control, or declining kidney function often prompt testing.
Initial evaluation may include blood tests, urinalysis, and a thorough physical exam. Diagnostic imaging plays a key role. Duplex ultrasound offers a noninvasive view of blood flow, while CT angiography and MR angiography provide detailed pictures of the arteries. In complex cases, catheter-based angiography is used to both diagnose and sometimes treat the blockage during the same procedure.
What are the Treatment Options for Mesenteric & Renal Artery Disease?
Treatment depends on the severity and symptoms of the disease. In some cases, lifestyle changes and medications to control blood pressure and cholesterol may be enough. However, for many patients, revascularization procedures are necessary to restore proper blood flow.
Common treatment options include:
- Angioplasty, a procedure that uses a balloon to open narrowed arteries
- Stent placement to keep the artery open long-term
- Surgical thrombectomy or bypass, used in complex or emergency cases
- Endarterectomy, the surgical removal of plaque from the artery walls
Our goal is to relieve symptoms, protect organs, and reduce the risk of future cardiovascular events.
Research and Interventional Techniques
Loyola is a leader in exploring advanced endovascular techniques, including drug-coated balloons and novel stent designs. Our participation in national research trials ensures that patients have access to emerging therapies and technologies that improve outcomes and reduce the need for open surgery.
