Doctors identify 70 varicose vein cases, 50 suspected Peripheral Arterial Disease cases and 20 diabetic foot complications; five patients advised surgery.
CARE Hospitals, Banjara Hills screened 300 people during a Free Vascular Health Check Camp organised on the occasion of National Vascular Day, with doctors identifying a significant number of previously undiagnosed vascular conditions, highlighting the growing but often overlooked burden of vascular disease in the community.
The camp, led by Dr. P. C. Gupta, Clinical Director & HOD – Vascular & Endovascular Surgery, Vascular IR & Podiatric Surgery, offered free vascular consultations and Doppler evaluations for people at risk of vascular diseases.
During the screening, doctors identified 70 cases of varicose veins, 50 people with suspected Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD), a condition caused by reduced blood flow to the legsand 20 patients with diabetic foot complications requiring specialised vascular care. Twenty patients were advised to undergo advanced vascular investigations and further intervention, while five patients were recommended vascular surgery based on the severity of their condition. All participants received counselling on vascular disease prevention, lifestyle modification and the importance of early diagnosis.
Doctors observed that many participants had been living with symptoms such as leg pain while walking, numbness, persistent swelling, cold feet and non-healing foot wounds for several months, often assuming they were a normal part of ageing, diabetes or joint-related problems. Most had never undergone a vascular evaluation before, delaying diagnosis and increasing their risk of serious complications.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. P. C. Gupta said, “The findings from today's screening reinforce the need for greater awareness about vascular diseases. Many people continue to ignore early warning signs such as leg pain while walking, numbness, cold feet or non-healing foot wounds, unaware that these symptoms may indicate blocked arteries. Timely vascular screening enables early diagnosis and treatment, helping prevent limb loss and significantly improving quality of life.”
He added that people living with diabetes, smokers, individuals above 50 years of age and those with high blood pressure or high cholesterol should undergo regular vascular evaluation, as they are at significantly higher risk of developing blocked arteries.
Abhinav Joshi, Zonal Chief Operating Officer, CARE Hospitals, Banjara Hills, said, “The overwhelming public response to this initiative reflects the growing need for greater awareness about vascular diseases. Preventive screening programmes such as this help identify hidden vascular problems before they become life-threatening or limb-threatening. CARE Hospitals remains committed to promoting preventive healthcare and ensuring timely access to specialised vascular services for the community.”
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD), caused by narrowing or blockage of arteries supplying blood to the legs, is an increasingly common yet under-recognised condition in India, particularly among people with diabetes. Early symptoms such as leg pain while walking, cold feet, numbness, skin colour changes and non-healing foot ulcers are often overlooked until the disease reaches an advanced stage.
Through initiatives such as the National Vascular Day screening camp, CARE Hospitals continues to promote early diagnosis, community awareness and timely intervention, helping reduce the burden of preventable amputations and improving vascular health outcomes.
