Vascular assessment guide
Last edited: 10/09/2024
A guide for patients having a vascular assessment
What is an Ankle Brachial Pulse Index (ABPI)?
An ABPI is a quick and simple test to see if the blood vessels in your legs are blocked. The blood pressure in both of your arms and lower legs will be taken and the ratio between the two will tell us if there is a blockage.
Why do I need an ABPI?
This test is carried out if the podiatrist suspects you have poor circulation.
Where is the test done?
It is carried out at your local podiatry clinic.
What will happen next?
If the problem is mild we will provide advice about lifestyle changes that may help in improving your circulation. If the problem is more severe we may refer you to see a vascular specialist for further assessment.
Are there any risks?
There are no risks associated with this test.
Contact us
If you have any queries please contact the clinic where the ABPI was carried out.
Clinic Phone numbers
Aylesham Health Centre 01304 867310
Folkestone Health Centre 01303 228880
Broadstairs Health Centre 01843 255300
Hythe Clinic 01303 717070
Canterbury Health Centre 01227 597029
New Romney Clinic 01797 246600
College Road Clinic, Margate 01843 255175
Newington Road Clinic, Ramsgate 01843 255200
Deal and Walmer Clinic 01304 865443
Queen Victoria Memorial Hospital, Herne Bay 01227 594821
Dover Health Centre 01304 865593
Sittingbourne Memorial Hospital 01795 418304
East Cross Clinic, Tenterden 01580 262000
Sheppey Community Hospital 01795 879197
Elizabeth Browne Unit, William Harvey Hospital, Ashford 01233 616622
Vicarage Lane Clinic, Ashford 01233 204102
Faversham Health Centre 01795 562044
Whitstable Health Centre 01227 594411
Contact us
0300 123 6756
Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
For referrals please complete our Podiatry self referral form, or download our paper-based Podiatry self-referral form and email to kentchft.podiatryreferrals@nhs.net.
Should you wish to cancel your appointment please phone 0300 123 6756 or email kentchft.podiatrycancellations@nhs.net.
This information should only be followed on the advice of a healthcare professional.
Do you have feedback about our health services?
0800 030 4550
Text 07899 903499
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kentchft.PALS@nhs.net
www.kentcht.nhs.uk/PALS
Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS)
Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust
Trinity House, 110-120 Upper Pemberton
Ashford
Kent
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