Superficial venous disease causing a permanent dilatation, elongation, and tortuosity of superficial veins ≥3 mm in diameter usually occurring in the legs and feet; caused by systemi...
Symptoms range from minor annoyance/cosmetic problem to a lifestyle-limiting problem.
Localized symptoms: pain, burning, itching
Generalized symptoms
Leg muscular cramp, aching
Leg fatigu...
Indications for treatment include pain, aching, heaviness, fatigue, burning, edema, stasis dermatitis, recurrent superficial phlebitis, or ulceration.
Conservative therapy (e.g., elevation, e...
Avoid long periods of standing and crossing legs.
Exercise (walking, running) regularly to improve leg strength and circulati...
I83.90 Asymptomatic varicose veins of unspecified lower extremity
I83.009 Varicose veins of unsp lower extremity w ulcer of unsp site
I83.10 Varicose veins of unsp lower extremity with inflam...
Minimally invasive procedures are preferred.
RFA and EVLA have been demonstrated to be superior to open surgical techniques for the treatment of varicose veins with similar improvement ...
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