Vascular specialists have highlighted growing concerns about sedentary lifestyles, diabetes-related vascular complications, and gaps in access to specialized care at the VSI-ASVS 2026 conference, which began in New Delhi on October 8. The three-day meeting brought together more than 400 faculty members and over 1,000 delegates to discuss advances in vascular and endovascular surgery. Experts reported seeing younger patients with vascular symptoms and emphasized that prolonged sitting during gaming, streaming, and desk work warrants greater attention.

Citing a 2024 meta-analysis, they noted that the highest levels of sedentary exposure were associated with approximately 24% higher venous thromboembolism risk, while each additional hour of sedentary behavior was associated with an approximately 2% increase in risk. The specialists also highlighted peripheral arterial disease (PAD),…