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Dr. Gus De Jesus, M.D.
Vascular Surgeon
Dr. Gus De Jesus is a vascular surgeon practicing in Lakeland, FL. Dr. De Jesus specializes in disorders relating to the arterial, venous and lymphatic systems. As a vascular surgeon, Dr. De Jesus diagnoses and treats vascular diseases and performs vasular surgeries. Common conditions that a vascular surgeon treats are aneurysms, atherosclerosis and varicose veins. Vascular specialists might also treat trauma, venous ulcers, poor leg circulation, peripheral arterial disease and other vascular-related issues.
22 years
Experience
Dr. Gus De Jesus, M.D.
- Lakeland, FL
- University of Puerto Rico, Medical Sciences Campus, School of Medicine
- Accepting new patients
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What anesthesia is used for varicose vein surgery?
We usually just use Local anesthesia. If you tend to get very anxious or nervous, we may give you a light sedative in pill form 30 minutes prior to the treatment.
Can an abdominal aneurysm be fixed?
Yes. Aneurysms can be fixed. Not all aneurysms need to be fixed. It depends on the size and location. In the abdominal aorta which is what I assume you have... we usually wait READ MORE
Yes. Aneurysms can be fixed.
Not all aneurysms need to be fixed. It depends on the size and location. In the abdominal aorta which is what I assume you have... we usually wait for the aneurysm to reach at least 5 cm before fixing.
There are 2 ways to fix them. Either we repair with minimally invasive or endovascular surgery by placing a stent inside the artery, or we repair directly with open surgery (traditional surgery).
Go. Get checked by a vascular surgeon.
Not all aneurysms need to be fixed. It depends on the size and location. In the abdominal aorta which is what I assume you have... we usually wait for the aneurysm to reach at least 5 cm before fixing.
There are 2 ways to fix them. Either we repair with minimally invasive or endovascular surgery by placing a stent inside the artery, or we repair directly with open surgery (traditional surgery).
Go. Get checked by a vascular surgeon.
Can an abdominal aneurysm be fixed?
Yes. If you have an Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm or AAA, you should get checked at least once a year by a vascular surgeon. If the aneurysm is tender or if it reaches a certain size READ MORE
Yes. If you have an Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm or AAA, you should get checked at least once a year by a vascular surgeon. If the aneurysm is tender or if it reaches a certain size (usually 5 cm) then it should be repaired. There are 2 ways in which we repair the aneurysms. One of them is a minimally invasive surgery that requires putting stents inside the aneurysm to repair it. The other way we fix these is by doing open surgery which is a big operation done in the hospital. Both of these are very effective and safe.
The risk of having an aneurysm is that if they get too large, they can rupture. This becomes a very significant medical emergency. The main take-home message is that if you have one, get checked. If it is big enough, get it fixed.
The risk of having an aneurysm is that if they get too large, they can rupture. This becomes a very significant medical emergency. The main take-home message is that if you have one, get checked. If it is big enough, get it fixed.
Is varicose vein treatment permanent?
In medicine we should never say anything is 100%. For the most part treatments for your lower extremity varicose veins will have a success rate above 95%. The good thing is even READ MORE
In medicine we should never say anything is 100%. For the most part treatments for your lower extremity varicose veins will have a success rate above 95%. The good thing is even when they are not 100% successful, retreatment is possible with greater success rate.
If you develop varicose vein disease especially at a young age and received treatment, the probability that you will develop recurrent problems in the next 5 to 10 years, is unfortunately high. If recurrence occurs, that he can always get rechecked and treated as needed.
To avoid recurrence of varicose vein disease, you need to exercise, eat healthy, maintain a good weight, and if you have a sedentary job where you are standing or sitting most of the time, wear compression stockings.
If you develop varicose vein disease especially at a young age and received treatment, the probability that you will develop recurrent problems in the next 5 to 10 years, is unfortunately high. If recurrence occurs, that he can always get rechecked and treated as needed.
To avoid recurrence of varicose vein disease, you need to exercise, eat healthy, maintain a good weight, and if you have a sedentary job where you are standing or sitting most of the time, wear compression stockings.
What type of treatment is best for varicose veins?
Varicose vein disease can present in many different ways. There are many treatments that are available to treat them. It all depends on what you are presenting with. There is READ MORE
Varicose vein disease can present in many different ways. There are many treatments that are available to treat them. It all depends on what you are presenting with.
There is no good way to answer your question all treatments that are done with an individual that is skilled and experienced in treating varicose vein disease should go well.
There is no good way to answer your question all treatments that are done with an individual that is skilled and experienced in treating varicose vein disease should go well.
Can varicocele be fixed?
Varicocele is a problem of the veins that drain the area of the testicle. It can be painful and be associated with issues with fertility in men. It is not a condition that I READ MORE
Varicocele is a problem of the veins that drain the area of the testicle. It can be painful and be associated with issues with fertility in men. It is not a condition that I treat. For management of this problem you have to see a urologist.
To answer your question, yes it is treatable. (It can be fixed)
To answer your question, yes it is treatable. (It can be fixed)
Can vein ablation fix varicose veins?
The truth is that every patient's condition is different. Some people present to clinic with 1 or 2 spider veins. Other individuals arrive with more severe disease which include READ MORE
The truth is that every patient's condition is different. Some people present to clinic with 1 or 2 spider veins. Other individuals arrive with more severe disease which include spider veins and big bulging varicosities. Depending on the extent of the disease at presentation, vein ablation is at least a starting point for eliminating all the varicose veins.
More commonly after the ablation you will probably need additional treatments which include what we call phlebectomy (removal of the large bulging varicosities), with or without sclerotherapy (injection of the smaller veins or spider veins).
More commonly after the ablation you will probably need additional treatments which include what we call phlebectomy (removal of the large bulging varicosities), with or without sclerotherapy (injection of the smaller veins or spider veins).
Is local anesthesia used for varicose vein surgery?
Yes. Some people may also need sedation (rarely used)
Is radiofrequency ablation for varicose veins effective?
More than 95% effective.
Is venogram painful?
Not usually. Some people experience pain after having a stent placed in their vein, this usually lasts for about 24-48 hours. Its described like a muscle spasm.
Is vein ablation painful?
Not usually, but you may experience some tolerable discomfort.
Can acupuncture help with blood clots?
Not to my knowledge. I am not an acupuncture provider.
Is local anesthesia for vein ablation safe?
Very safe.
Is radiofrequency vein ablation risky?
Everything carries risk. The most common complication after an Ablation is pain on procedure site. The worst thing that can happen (very rare) is a blood clot in the deep veins. READ MORE
Everything carries risk. The most common complication after an Ablation is pain on procedure site. The worst thing that can happen (very rare) is a blood clot in the deep veins.
Talk to you varicose vein specialist about all of these.
Talk to you varicose vein specialist about all of these.
Tingling Sensation
These are non specific symptoms. This could be nothing or it could be a medical condition. Talk to your parents or loved ones and have them take you to your local Family doctor READ MORE
These are non specific symptoms. This could be nothing or it could be a medical condition. Talk to your parents or loved ones and have them take you to your local Family doctor for a checkup.
