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KMID : 0980120020010010003
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Annals of Phlebology
2002 Volume.1 No. 1 p.3 ~ p.8
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Varicose Veins in the Legs
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Abstract
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Varicose veins are one of the most common vascular problems seen in out patient clinic. They affect about 15% of the adult population. Most varicose veins are the result of a congenital of familial predisposition that lead to loss of elasticity in the vein wall and the absence or incompetence of venous valves. These primary varicosities generally progress downward in the greater saphenous system. Secondary or acquired varicosities occur when the venous valves have been damaged by trauma, deep vein thrombosis, or inflammation. The basic pathophysiology of varicose veins are summarized and the initial lower extremity venous examination is described. The author focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of varicose veins in the legs including new treatment trends.
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