Accurate Diagnosis of Blocked Arteries in the Limbs

A Peripheral Angiogram is a specialized diagnostic imaging procedure used to visualize blood flow in the arteries outside the heart — typically in the legs, arms, kidneys, or abdomen. At Manipal Hospital Sarjapur Road, Dr. M. Sudhakar Rao, Consultant Interventional Cardiologist with over 15 years of experience and international credentials (FACC, FESC, FSCAI), performs high-precision peripheral angiograms to evaluate and guide treatment for Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) and related vascular conditions.

Why Peripheral Angiogram is Done

If you’re experiencing symptoms of poor circulation or have risk factors for vascular disease, a peripheral angiogram helps:

• Identify narrowed or blocked arteries

• Evaluate circulation in legs, arms, kidneys, or abdomen

• Guide interventions such as angioplasty or stenting

• Prevent critical limb ischemia or complications like gangrene

• Monitor progression of known vascular conditions

Who Needs a Peripheral Angiogram?

• Patients with leg cramps or pain during walking (claudication)

• Those with non-healing wounds or ulcers on feet/toes

• Individuals with diabetes, smoking history, or high cholesterol

• Patients with cold, discolored, or numb limbs

• Evaluation before limb-saving vascular procedures

How the Test Works

• A small catheter is inserted into a blood vessel (usually in the groin)

• A contrast dye is injected to make the arteries visible on X-ray

• Real-time imaging shows blockages, narrowing, or abnormalities

• Takes around 30–60 minutes, usually under local anesthesia

• Often followed by angioplasty or stenting if needed

Benefits of Peripheral Angiogram

• High accuracy in detecting blockages

• Minimally invasive procedure

• Quick recovery with minimal downtime

•  Enables targeted treatment planning

•  Helps prevent complications like amputation

Why Choose Dr. M. Sudhakar Rao?

• 15+ years of interventional cardiology experience

• Trained in advanced vascular diagnostics and interventions

• Fellowship-certified: FACC (USA), FESC (Europe), FSCAI (USA)

• Personalized care with an emphasis on limb salvage and early detection

• Access to advanced imaging tech at Manipal Hospital

Know Your Circulation. Preserve Your Limbs.

If you have symptoms of poor blood flow in your limbs or other vascular concerns, a Peripheral Angiogram can be the first step toward recovery.

Schedule your evaluation with Dr. M. Sudhakar Rao at Manipal Hospital, Sarjapur Road today. We give the best Peripheral Angiography Treatment in Sarjapur Road.