Vascular Surgery
Guo Daqiao
chief physician
Zhongshan Hospital, Fudan UniversityLearn about the hospital
Engaged in clinical and research work in vascular surgery, published papers involving endovascular diagnosis and treatment of carotid artery stenosis, aorta and peripheral artery disease. Focus on imaging evaluation and treatment path selection of vascular lesions.
Featured procedure / treatment
carotid artery stenting
The stent is delivered to the stenotic site through intravascular access to improve blood flow; some surgeries are combined with brain protection devices to reduce the risk of emboli entering the cerebral circulation during the operation.
Mainly concerned diseases
carotid stenosis, peripheral artery disease
Professional features
Combined with vascular imaging to determine stenosis, calcification and anatomical characteristics, and compare drug, stent and surgical treatment options.
BEFORE YOUR VISIT
What do you need to know before treatment?
Assessment and applicable conditions
The need for intervention depends on symptoms, degree of stenosis, and overall risk; there are still risks of stroke, bleeding, and restenosis with stent therapy.
Recommended materials to prepare
Carotid artery ultrasound, original CTA image, history of stroke or transient ischemia, and current medication list.
This page is used to understand professional directions and does not constitute individual diagnosis and treatment advice. Specific admissions, surgical procedures, risks and treatment arrangements must be evaluated and confirmed by the hospital.