Limb salvage options

If your doctor has recommended amputation because of peripheral artery disease, know that you may have other options. Our surgical experts are here for you with limb salvage procedures.

What is limb salvage surgery?

When you have peripheral artery disease (PAD), blocked or narrowed arteries in your leg causes poor blood flow, leading to pain or ulcers that won’t heal. If the condition becomes severe and a walking program, angioplasty or stents aren’t effective to clear your blocked arteries, it can mean tissue damage, gangrene and possible amputation.

To help your avoid amputation, our experienced surgeons at the Limb Salvage Clinic are here with the most advanced therapies and limb salvage surgery to restore blood flow to your leg.

The Limb Salvage Clinic was founded by Dr. Jaafer Golzar, one of the leading endovascular physicians and limb salvage experts in the country. Our program has helped to dramatically reduce amputation rates for people with PAD. At our clinic, you’ll have access to the newest technologies, as well as the latest innovations that come from our participation in pivotal research trials within vascular medicine.

Why choose Advocate Heart Institute for limb salvage surgery? 

At Advocate Heart Institute, you can feel confident with our expert cardiology care. Together, our large, multidisciplinary team of specialists offer unmatched:   

• Experience: We have one of the top cardiac programs in the U.S. Performing more than 20,000 procedures every year, our cardiology teams have experience with all types of procedures and all types of conditions.  
• Quality: Our safety-first culture permeates everything we do. We participate in the National Cardiovascular Data Registry that benchmarks our outcomes against other programs. Our high ratings mean fewer complications and better results.   
• Teamwork: Working closely together, our cardiologists, surgeons, electrophysiologists and other specialists develop a customized treatment plan that’s just right for you.   
• Technology: We offer the latest programs and treatments that you may not find elsewhere in the area. Cardiology technology changes rapidly, and we continuously upgrade our equipment and learn the latest, most advanced techniques. And we participate in cutting-edge research and clinical trials to ensure access to the newest innovations.