Modern vascular medicine: This is how the Medius Clinic protects against aneurysms!

Modern vascular medicine: This is how the Medius Clinic protects against aneurysms!

The Medius Clinic in Nürtingen has established itself as an important contact point for vascular medicine. With a specialized team led by chief physician Dr. Christoph Lutz is offered a wide range of diagnostics and therapy for blood vessel diseases. The focus is particularly on the treatment of aneurysms, which often occur in the aorta, and their increasing risk with advancing age.

Aneurysms are pathological enlargements of the arteries that in many cases remain asymptomatic and are often discovered accidentally. According to a report by NTZ Men over 65 years of age are particularly affected by this disease. The causes of aneurysms often lie in arteriosclerosis, calcification and narrowing of the vessels.

Modern treatment methods

The Medius Clinic relies on effective and gentle treatment procedures. Two established methods are used: classic open surgery and modern interventional care. During interventional aortic repair, a catheter is inserted through a small incision in the groin. A stent graft, a reinforced vascular prosthesis, is advanced to the damaged area in the aorta and unfolded.

The clinic's state-of-the-art hybrid operating room ensures that these procedures are carried out with the utmost precision. A real-time display of the vessels using a special X-ray device enables the stent graft to be controlled with millimeter precision. Patients typically remain in the clinic for observation for about a week after the procedure.

Aftercare and lifestyle changes

After aortic repair, the underlying vascular disease remains, requiring consistent follow-up care. Important aspects for vascular health include avoiding smoking, a balanced diet, regular exercise and consistently taking prescribed medication. In some cases it may be necessary to be treated with antiplatelet agents or anticoagulants, especially in cases of aortic aneurysms and aortic dissections, such as Charité reported.

After chest surgery, it is also recommended to avoid driving vehicles for the first six weeks and to protect the sternum. Sporting activities can usually be resumed after about three months, although consistent exertion such as swimming or cycling is recommended. Heavy efforts should be avoided.

In particular, patients with genetic connective tissue diseases, such as Marfan syndrome, benefit from specialized care that also includes human genetic examinations. The Marfan Center at the Charité offers comprehensive care for this purpose. This is particularly important because large aortic aneurysms and chronic aortic dissections can result in significant impairments in everyday life.

In summary, it can be seen that the Medius Clinic in Nürtingen not only offers innovative treatment methods, but also attaches great importance to holistic care for its patients. The combination of state-of-the-art technology and individual medical care ensures that patients receive the best possible treatment and support in their healing process.