The program includes:
- Initial presentation in the clinic
- clinical history taking
- review of medical records
- physical examination
- laboratory tests:
- complete blood count
- biochemical blood analysis
- blood coagulation analysis (aPTT, PT, INR)
- inflammation indicators (CRP, ESR)
- metabolic analysis of blood
- cardiovascular disease risk markers
- kidney function test (creatinine, urea)
- color doppler echocardiography
- color doppler sonography of cerebral and peripheral vessels
- artery duplex
- CT angiography (on indication 1300 €)
- MRI angiography (on indication 1300 €)
- nursing services
- consultation of related specialists
- consultation of the chief physician and all leading experts
- development of individual treatment plan
- written statement
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About the department
The Department of Vascular Surgery at the Vivantes Neukölln Hospital offers the full range of services in this medical field. The department specializes in the diagnostics, treatment and post-operative treatment of diseases of the arteries, veins and blood vessels, chronic wounds and diabetic foot. The goal of the employees of the department is highly specialized, modern treatment adapted to the personal needs of patients. The department is headed by Dr. Heiko Helbig.
In addition to modern diagnostic procedures (color duplex scanning of the vessels, CT, MRI, CO2 angiography), the department offers cutting-edge treatments, for example, hybrid surgery. To ensure optimal results, specialists in the field of vascular surgery, angiology and radiology work in close cooperation.
The department performs all interventions in the field of vascular surgery (without the use of a heart-lung machine). The spectrum of services includes both classical open surgeries and endovascular interventions (percutaneous transluminal angioplasty, stenting).
The department offers both diagnostics and treatment of the following diseases:
- Carotid artery stenosis (for stroke prevention)
- Pathological enlargement (aneurysm) of the thoracic, abdominal and femoral arteries
- Peripheral arterial occlusive disease
- Acute vascular occlusion (surgery or lysis)
- Operations to gain access for dialysis, incl. necessary corrective interventions
- Diabetic foot
- Chronic wounds
- Varicose veins
- Chronic venous insufficiency
- Chronic lymphedema
- And many others
Photo of the doctor: (c) Vivantes Netzwerk für Gesundheit GmbH
About hospital
The Vivantes Neukölln Hospital is the maximum care hospital and one of the largest healthcare facilities in Berlin. There are more than 20 specialized departments and centers, including pediatric departments. In total, the hospital has 1,200 beds. The hospital uses innovative technologies and the latest treatments, as well as adheres to high standards in patient care.
Surgery is one of the most important specializations of the hospital. Preference is always given to minimally invasive surgery, after which patients recover very quickly.
In addition, the hospital is proud of the Level I Perinatal Center, which provides highly professional medical care for mothers and babies. The specialists of the center have a unique experience of monitoring high-risk pregnancies, and therefore they guarantee safety and excellent quality of medical care.
All employees of the hospital work in close cooperation, and thus guarantee comprehensive, interdisciplinary treatment. At the same time, the hospital has a pleasant, friendly atmosphere, which contributes to the speedy recovery of patients.
Photo: (c) depositphotos
Accommodation in hospital
Patients rooms
The patients of the Vivantes Neukölln Hospital live in single and double comfortable, modern rooms. All rooms are equipped with all necessary amenities, a separate bathroom with shower and toilet. In addition, each room has TV, telephone and Internet access.
Meals and Menus
The restaurant of the hospital offers three meals a day. It takes in account all the wishes of the patients, and therefore, in addition to the standard dishes, one can choose a vegetarian or diet menu.
Further details
Standard rooms include: