The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- physical examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- biochemical analysis of blood
- Lipid metabolism (HDL/LDL, cholesterol,
triglycerides Lip(a), homocysteine) - blood coagulation analysis (aPTT, PT, INR)
- inflammation indicators (CRP, ESR)
- metabolic status (uric acid, total glucose, HbA1c)
- cardiovascular disease risk markers
- kidney function test (creatinine, urea)
- color doppler echocardiography
- color doppler sonography of cerebral peripheral vessels
- duplex peripheral arteries
- CT/ MRI-angiography of carotid vessels
- preoperative care
- thromboendarterectomy of carotid artery
- blood transfusions (if needed)
- 1-day intensive care unit stay
- symptomatic treatment
- control examinations
- the cost of essential medicines and materials
- nursing services
- full hospital accommodation
- developing of further guidance
Required documents
- Medical records
- Ultrasound scan and angiography (if available)
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About the department
The Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at the Hospital Neuperlach Munich provides modern medical services for the diagnostics and treatment of diseases of the arteries and veins. The department's doctors specialize in catheter-assisted and classical surgical treatment of vascular diseases. The focus is on bypass surgery and surgical treatment of varicose veins. The department enjoys a reputation as one of the largest and leading medical facilities of this kind in the region. The department is headed by PD Dr. med. Rolf Weidenhagen.
The doctors provide treatment to patients both on an inpatient and outpatient basis. The department annually performs more than 1,500 open surgical interventions, most of which are intended to treat diseases of the carotid arteries, aorta, iliac arteries and pelvic arteries. In addition, the department's vascular surgeons annually perform about 400 catheter-assisted procedures, namely balloon dilation and stent implantation. The department can also boast of its competence in the treatment of chronic non-healing wounds, including diabetic foot syndrome. The department's medical team cooperates closely with doctors from other medical disciplines, such as endocrinologists, angiologists, diabetologists, radiologists, orthopedists, etc. Thanks to such an interdisciplinary approach, the patients benefit from comprehensive treatment of the highest quality.
To assess the state of the vascular system, the department uses advanced diagnostic techniques, including color Doppler scanning, angiography, CT angiography and other imaging tests. The operating rooms of the medical facility are equipped with the state-of-the-art technology and have all the necessary equipment to perform surgical procedures of any complexity.
One of the primary focuses of the department's clinical practice is on the treatment of abdominal aortic aneurysms. Vascular surgeons prefer catheter-assisted minimally invasive procedures. To achieve the best results of surgical treatment, the department's specialists carefully plan interventions using their own unique technology. The patient undergoes computed tomography, according to the results of which a 3D printer creates a model of the aorta with an aneurysm and all its branches. This approach allows the doctors to determine in advance whether the stent can be delivered to the pathological focus and firmly fixed there. The surgeons of the medical facility annually treat more than 80 patients with abdominal aortic aneurysms, and therefore they have a wealth of experience in this medical field.
The department's range of medical services includes:
- Balloon dilatation for stenosis of the carotid arteries, renal arteries, vessels of the abdominal cavity, pelvis and lower limbs
- Implantation of stents for stenosis of the carotid arteries, renal arteries, vessels of the abdominal cavity, pelvis and lower limbs
- Bypass surgery
- Minimally invasive catheter-assisted procedures for abdominal aortic aneurysms
- Endoscopic and cosmetic interventions for venous diseases, in particular varicose veins
- Surgical treatment of chronic non-healing wounds, including diabetic foot syndrome (in collaboration with diabetologists)
- Other therapeutic services
Curriculum vitae
Professional Career
- 1997 Doctorate. Subject: "Digital processing of signals from laser Doppler fluxometry for assessing blood flow in patients with occlusive peripheral arterial disease of the lower limbs".
- Since 1997 Head of the Commission for Chronic Wounds and Advisory Service for Chronic Wounds, Department of Surgery at the Hospital Grosshadern.
- 2008 - 2011 Acting Head of the Department of Vascular Surgery.
- Since 2011 Interclinical Professorship.
- 2011 - 2013 Senior Physician with management responsibilities, Department of Vascular Surgery at the Hospital Grosshadern.
- 2013 Doctoral thesis defense. Subject: "Development and implementation of the method of endoscopic vacuum therapy for anastomotic leak treatment".
- Since 2013 Head of the Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at the Hospital Neuperlach Munich.
Specialization
- Board certification in Surgery.
- Board certification in Vascular Surgery.
- European qualifying examination in Vascular Surgery of the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS).
- Fellow of the European Board of Vascular Surgery (FEBVS).
Additional Qualifications
- Emergency Medical Care.
- Endovascular Surgeon certified by the German Society of Vascular Surgery (DGG).
- Endovascular Specialist certified by the German Society of Vascular Surgery (DGG).
Clinical Interest
- Aortic surgery.
- Carotid surgery.
- Treatment of occlusive peripheral arterial disease of the lower limbs.
- Bypass grafting and formation of access for dialysis.
- Treatment of varicose veins.
- Treatment of thromboses.
- Treatment of chronic non-healing wounds.
Research Interests
- Planning of surgical procedures for aortic stent implantation.
- Modern methods for the treatment of chronic wounds.
Awards and Honors
- Video Presentation Award of the German Society of Surgery.
- Award for Innovative Development of the Working Group of Endoscopic Surgeons and Ultrasound Diagnostic Physicians of the German Society of Surgery.
- Rudolf Schindler Award of the German Society for Endoscopy and Diagnostic Imaging.
- Richard Merten Award for quality assurance in healthcare.
- Hermann Imbach Research Award.
- Rene van Dongen Poster Award of the German Society of Vascular Surgery.
Memberships in Professional Societies
- German Society of Surgery (DGCH).
- German Society for Endoscopy and Imaging Procedures (DGE-BV).
- German Society of Vascular Surgery (DGG)
- European Society of Vascular Surgery (ESVS).
Photo of the doctor: (c) München Klinik Neuperlach
About hospital
The Hospital Neuperlach Munich provides modern medical services of the highest quality. The medical center is an Academic Hospital of the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich, and therefore it can offer its patients innovative diagnostic and therapeutic methods available only in the best German hospitals. The medical complex opened its doors to patients on September 12, 1972 and to this day holds a leading position in the country's medical arena. The medical facility has 500 beds. The highly qualified doctors of the hospital annually admit over 59,000 patients for both diagnostics and treatment, including patients from foreign countries.
The hospital is distinguished by its rich experience and high success rates in conservative and surgical treatment of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, liver, metabolic disorders, cancers and blood diseases, heart diseases, as well as vascular pathologies. The hospital operates a highly specialized Colon Cancer Center certified by the German Cancer Society. The center is one of the largest medical facilities of this kind in Germany and has advanced therapeutic options for the treatment of life-threatening colon disease. In addition, the hospital provides high-quality obstetric services – more than 1,000 babies are born here annually.
For outstanding achievements in various medical specialties, the hospital was awarded with many prestigious certificates, including the IQM certificate, the DIN EN ISO 9001:2008 certificate, the DGAV certificate as a Competence Center for Liver and Pancreatic Surgery, the DDG certificate of the German Diabetes Society and others. The above mentioned certificates testify to the excellent quality of medical service.
Special attention should be paid to the medical staff of the hospital who have extensive clinical experience and do everything possible to achieve a complete recovery of the patient. During the treatment, both doctors and nursing staff surround the patient with maximum care, support him in every possible way and show a humane attitude. The work of physicians is based on an individual approach to each patient and his clinical case.
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Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The patients of the Hospital Neuperlach Munich live in single, double and triple rooms with all the amenities for a comfortable stay. The patient rooms have a modern and cozy design. Each patient room has an ensuite bathroom with shower and toilet. The furnishings of a standard patient room include an automatically adjustable bed, a bedside table, a wardrobe, a modern multimedia system with a TV and telephone, a table and chairs for receiving visitors. Wi-Fi is also available in the patient rooms.
The patients can also stay in the enhanced comfort patient rooms, which additionally include a safe, a minifridge and upholstered furniture.
The hospital also has a library with a large assortment of books, magazines, CDs and DVDs. In addition, there is a cozy cafe on the territory of the hospital, which offers its guests a variety of delicious snacks, pastries, cakes, ice cream and various drinks. The cafe also has a takeout service.
Meals and Menus
The patient and his accompanying person are offered tasty and healthy three meals a day. All dishes are cooked only from fresh and high quality ingredients. Breakfast and dinner are served buffet style, and the patient can choose the dishes that he likes on his own. For lunch the patient has a choice of three menus, one of which is vegetarian.
If you are on a specific diet for some reason, you will be offered an individual menu. Please inform the medical staff about your dietary preferences prior to the treatment.
Further details
Standard rooms include:
Religion
The religious services are available upon request.
Accompanying person
During the inpatient program, the accompanying person can live with the patient in a patient room or a hotel of his choice. Our managers will help you choose the most suitable option.
Hotel
During the outpatient program, the patient can stay at the hotel of his choice. Our managers will help you choose the most suitable option.