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The Australasian College of Phlebology and its role.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
PMID: 19767484 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - September 23, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Thibault PK Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Arterio-venous malformation: how much do we know?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Arterio-venous malformation (AVM) is a congenital vascular malformation that is neither a venous malformation nor a haemangioma. An AVM is a potentially life-threatening and limb-threatening lesion, especially the 'fistulous' truncular form due to its unique embryological and haemodynamic characteristics. AVM treatment requires an early aggressive approach, one that is careful and based on a thorough assessment of the risks and benefits associated with the treatment plan. A successful treatment strategy requires an accurate assessment of the AVM taking into account the extent, severity and progression of the lesion. Th...
Source: Phlebology - September 23, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Lee BB, Lardeo J, Neville R Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Popliteal vein compression syndrome: obesity, venous disease and the popliteal connection.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSIONS: There appears to be a relationship between obesity, chronic venous disease and PVC. POPV compression syndrome may clarify the previously unexplained venous presentations. Surgical decompression provides good results in patients unresponsive to conservative treatment. PMID: 19767486 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - September 23, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Lane RJ, Cuzzilla ML, Harris RA, Phillips MN Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Treatment of incompetent perforating veins using the radiofrequency ablation stylet: a pilot study.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: RFA of IPV may be a promising procedure, but patient and incompetent perforator vein selection is important and further standardization of the procedure is required. Comparative clinical trials between RFA and other therapies are warranted. PMID: 19767487 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - September 23, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: van den Bos RR, Wentel T, Neumann MH, Nijsten T Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Pyoderma gangrenosum; a rare complication of sclerotherapy.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Pyoderma gangrenosum may develop at sites of minor trauma and in surgical wounds. In susceptible people, even minimal trauma or irritation to the skin can result in the production of pyoderma gangrenosum lesions. This paper reports an unusual case of pyoderma gangrenosum following ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy. PMID: 19767488 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - September 23, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: De Felice E, Allen B Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Lymphoscintigraphy in paediatric patients.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
PMID: 19767489 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - September 23, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Bellini C, Bonioli E, Boccardo F Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Reply to letter 'Lymphoscintigraphy in paediatric patients'.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
PMID: 19767490 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - September 23, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Damstra RJ, Mortimer PS Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Why are most ulcers located on the leg?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
PMID: 19620695 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - July 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Partsch H Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Changes in venous function after foam sclerotherapy of varicose veins.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Foam sclerotherapy is a highly effective and safe method for the treatment of primary and RV veins. PMID: 19620696 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - July 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Brunken A, Rabe E, Pannier F Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Effects of eccentric compression by a crossed-tape technique after endovenous laser ablation of the great saphenous vein: a randomized study.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSIONS: This technique of eccentric compression greatly reduces the intensity of postoperative pain after ELA of the GSV. PMID: 19620697 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - July 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Lugli M, Cogo A, Guerzoni S, Petti A, Maleti O Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Assessment of quality of life in Mexican patients suffering from chronic venous disorder - impact of oral Ruscus aculeatus-hesperidin-methyl-chalcone-ascorbic acid treatment - 'QUALITY Study'.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: R. aculeatus-HMC-AA significantly improved the symptoms and QoL of CVD patients. PMID: 19620698 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - July 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Guex JJ, Enriquez Vega DM, Avril L, Boussetta S, Taïeb C Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Endovenous laser treatment: a morphological study in an animal model.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSIONS: The ELT of veins produces an unevenly distributed damage. The cell necrosis is far more extensive than expected. Uneven vein wall destruction can lead to recanalization. Using a 1500 nm laser correlates with less penetrating ulcerations and more circumferential damage. PMID: 19620699 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - July 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Vuylsteke M, Van Dorpe J, Roelens J, De Bo T, Mordon S Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Sclerotherapy of varicose veins in patients with documented thrombophilia: a prospective controlled randomized study of 105 cases.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSIONS: This study suggests that in the three most common forms of thrombophilia, sclerotherapy, in combination with thromboprophylaxis, can be performed safely. Prophylaxis with LMWH is easier to use than warfarin. PMID: 19620700 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - July 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Hamel-Desnos CM, Gillet JL, Desnos PR, Allaert FA Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Prospective five-year study of ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy in the treatment of great saphenous vein reflux.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The popularity of this outpatient technique with patients reflects ease of treatment, lower cost, lack of downtime and elimination of venous signs and symptoms. Patients accept that UGFS can be repeated readily if required for recurrence in this common chronic condition. The subclinical ultrasound evidence of recanalization or new vein incompetence needs to be considered in this light. PMID: 19620701 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - July 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Chapman-Smith P, Browne A Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Reply to letter regarding article titled 'Transilluminated powered phlebectomy: a clinical report'.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
PMID: 19620702 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - July 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Akesson H Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Letter regarding article titled 'Transilluminated powered phlebectomy: a clinical report'.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
PMID: 19620703 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - July 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Ricci S Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Erratum.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Authors: PMID: 19620704 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - July 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

The VEnous INtervention (VEIN) Project.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
PMID: 19307436 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - June 28, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Berridge D, Lees T, Earnshaw JJ Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Interventions for uncomplicated varicose veins.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Uncomplicated symptomatic varicose veins lead to a reduced QoL, which can be significantly improved by all interventions considered. PMID: 19307437 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - June 28, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Bachoo P Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

A systematic review of compression hosiery for uncomplicated varicose veins.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The evidence for the benefit of compression hosiery for varicose veins was equivocal. The published literature was often contradictory and had methodological flaws. PMID: 19307438 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - June 28, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Palfreyman SJ, Michaels JA Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Standard varicose vein surgery.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This article examines the practice of standard varicose vein surgery including sapheno-femoral and sapheno-popliteal ligation, perforator surgery and surgery for recurrent varicose veins. The technique of exposure of the sapheno-femoral junction and the sapheno-popliteal junction is outlined and advice given on avoidance of complications for both. The evidence regarding methods of closure over the ligated sapheno-femoral junction is examined as is the requirement for stripping and the use of different types of stripper. The requirement to strip the small saphenous vein and the extent of dissection necessary in the poplitea...
Source: Phlebology - June 28, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Perkins JM Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Radiofrequency ablation for uncomplicated varicose veins.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
In recent years, minimally invasive endovenous treatments have gained popularity in the treatment of superficial venous reflux. The perceived advantages of endovenous therapy include reduced pain, high vein occlusion rates, and early return to work and normal activities. Endovenous radiofrequency ablation (RFA) involves the delivery of thermal energy from a bipolar catheter to the venous segment to be treated. This technique has been available since 1998 and numerous devices and catheters are now produced. Numerous prospective and randomized studies have compared the effectiveness of RFA with traditional and endovenous...
Source: Phlebology - June 28, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Gohel MS, Davies AH Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Endovenous laser treatment for uncomplicated varicose veins.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: In the short-term EVLA is a safe and effective treatment for patients with varicose veins. Long-term follow-up is still required. PMID: 19307441 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - June 28, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Darwood RJ, Gough MJ Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Foam and liquid sclerotherapy for varicose veins.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSIONS: UGFS is a safe and effective method of treating varicose veins. The relative advantages or disadvantages of this treatment in the longer term are yet to be published. PMID: 19307442 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - June 28, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Coleridge Smith P Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Phlebology: Exciting changes.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
PMID: 19470859 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - June 28, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Davies AH Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Catheter-directed sclerotherapy.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: CDS ensures a safe intraluminal delivery of the sclerosing agent into the trunk of the saphenous veins using a single access point. This procedure preceded EVLA and RFA, and remains a safe alternative for the treatment of saphenous incompetence and venous malformations. PMID: 19470860 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - June 28, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Parsi K Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Pelvic vein reflux in female patients with varicose veins: comparison of incidence between a specialist private vein clinic and the vascular department of a National Health Service district general hospital.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: One in five women presenting with varicose veins have reflux of non-saphenous origin. This is the case in specialist and non-specialist units. One in six has associated pelvic vein reflux. PMID: 19470861 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - June 28, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Marsh P, Holdstock J, Harrison C, Smith C, Price BA, Whiteley MS Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Transient adverse events positively associated with patent foramen ovale after ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSIONS: The overall rate of AEs reported is consistent with published results. The presence of a PFO was detected in most patients reporting AEs after undergoing UGFS. While PFO screening with high sensitivity and specificity can be performed efficiently in the clinic setting, based on the literature, further investigation is warranted. PMID: 19470862 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - June 28, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Raymond-Martimbeau P Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

A comparison of interface pressure and stiffness between elastic stockings and bandages.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Short-stretch bandages can be expected to have more pronounced benefits for augmenting muscle pump than long-stretch bandages and short-stretch stockings. PMID: 19470863 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - June 28, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Hirai M, Niimi K, Iwata H, Sugimoto I, Ishibashi H, Ota T, Nakamura H Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Endovenous laser procedure in a clinic room: feasibility and side effects study of 1700 cases.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Overall success level was 97% and mean length of veins treated was 40 cm for GSV and 21 cm for SSV. Energy applied in joules per centimetre was homogenous (mean and median 64 for GSV and 65 for SSV). PMID: 19470864 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - June 28, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Hamel-Desnos C, Gérard JL, Desnos P Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Side-effects and complications of foam sclerotherapy of the great and small saphenous veins: a controlled multicentre prospective study including 1025 patients.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: This study demonstrates in a large sample of patients a low rate of adverse reactions after FS of great and small saphenous trunks. However, but the eventuality of exceptional but more serious complications has to be taken into account in the management of patients. A multicentre study like this one takes into account different practices and reports all possible complications, thus demonstrating the need for a common validated protocol. PMID: 19470865 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - June 28, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Gillet JL, Guedes JM, Guex JJ, Hamel-Desnos C, Schadeck M, Lauseker M, Allaert FA Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Liposarcoma of thigh presenting as deep venous thrombosis.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The report highlights the importance of considering neo-plastic masses as differential in painful leg swelling. Diagnosis is made by a high index of suspicion in atypical cases and confirmed by follow-up duplex or MRI. Treatment involves surgical excision that provides symptom relief as well as avoids potential tumour extension. PMID: 19470866 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - June 28, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Singh NK, Kolluri R Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Board Certification: a historic milestone in phlebology in the USA.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
PMID: 19299270 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - March 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Zimmet SE Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Phlebolymphoedema/chronic venous lymphatic insufficiency: an introduction to strategies for detection, differentiation and treatment.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
PMID: 19299271 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - March 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Piller N Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

A comparison of low-molecular-weight heparin and combined therapy of low-molecular-weight heparin with an anti-inflammatory agent in the treatment of superficial vein thrombosis.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The results of this study suggest that the combined therapy of LMWH with an anti-inflammatory agent is more effective than LMWH. It may be an important option in the standard treatment of SVT. PMID: 19299272 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - March 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Uncu H Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Local versus general anaesthesia for varicose veins surgery: a prospective non-randomized controlled trial.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSIONS: Surgical treatment of VV under LA can be performed safely with comparable results to GA in self-selected patients. PMID: 19299273 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - March 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Wall ML, Dealey C, Davies RS, Simms MH Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

The relationship between the saphenopopliteal junction and the common peroneal nerve: a cada-veric study.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Significant anatomic variation was observed in the termination of the SSV, with 67% located within 66 mm above the lateral femoral epicondyle. The risk of damaging the CPN during saphenopopliteal ligation may be higher for SPJs located above the lateral femoral epicondyle because of the proximity of the two structures and variability of SPJ. PMID: 19299274 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - March 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Balasubramaniam R, Rai R, Berridge DC, Scott DJ, Soames RW Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Five-year results of incompetent perforator vein closure using TRans-Luminal Occlusion of Perforator.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Discussion Despite these results representing our learning curve for the procedure, we found TRLOP to be an effective treatment for IPVs. The closure rates described are comparable with the published clinical series data for subfascial endoscopic perforator surgery. PMID: 19299275 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - March 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Bacon JL, Dinneen AJ, Marsh P, Holdstock JM, Price BA, Whiteley MS Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Surgical treatment of severe chronic venous insufficiency caused by pulsatile varicose veins in a patient with tricuspid regurgitation.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
A case of severe chronic venous insufficiency caused by pulsatile varicose veins in a 46-year-old man with tricuspid regurgitation is presented. Active venous leg ulcer complicated with recurrent venous bleeding and inefficacy of conservative management serve as indications for surgical treatment. This case demonstrates the possibility of radical surgical correction of pathological venous reflux by means of saphenofemoral ligation, foam sclerotherapy and subfascial endoscopic perforator surgery. PMID: 19299276 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - March 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Casian D, Gutsu E, Culiuc V Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Spontaneous thoracic duct cyst presenting as a left supraclavicular mass - report of a case and review of literature.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
We report a case of a huge thoracic duct cyst occurring in the supraclavicular fossa with a review of the literature and management options. A 28-year-old female had a left supraclavicular mass with a 10-year history. A cervical thoracic duct cyst was diagnosed after chemical analysis of the milky fluid obtained by preoperative fine-needle aspiration. Treatment was achieved by surgical excision of the cyst and thoracic duct ligation. Pathological analysis of the cyst after excision confirmed the diagnosis. In the case of left supraclavicular masses, the rare differential diagnosis of thoracic duct cysts must be considered ...
Source: Phlebology - March 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Wang YA, Zhang ZY, Zheng JW, Ye WM, Wang LZ, Zhu HG Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Regarding endovenous laser ablation: mechanism of action.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
PMID: 19299278 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - March 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Bush R Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Crossectomy and foam: has it got a role in the contemporary management of primary varicose veins?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
PMID: 19155333 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - January 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Geroulakos G, Davies AH Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Venous haemodynamics: What we know and don't know.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The presence of haemodynamic abnormalities in chronic venous disease (CVD) has been well established. The relationships between these abnormalities and clinical manifestations, or natural history of CVD, are complex and remain to be investigated. Flow-mediated processes and mechanisms unrelated to blood flow may play an important role in the pathophysiology of CVD. Current state of knowledge makes questionable a possibility of building treatment strategies based on a single simplified model of the disease. As an example of such simplified approach, CHIVA introduces an opportunity to critically assess the gaps in knowle...
Source: Phlebology - January 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Lurie F Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Meta-analysis of subfascial endoscopic perforator vein surgery (SEPS) for chronic venous insufficiency.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: From the level of evidence available by now it seems that SEPS, used as a part of a treatment regimen for severe CVI, benefits most patients in the short term regarding ulcer healing and the prevention of ulcer recurrence. It can be safely performed with less early postoperative complications compared with the Linton procedure. However, further prospective randomized trials are required to define the long-term benefits of SEPS. PMID: 19155335 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - January 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Luebke T, Brunkwall J Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

The clinical significance of below-knee great saphenous vein reflux following endovenous laser ablation of above-knee great saphenous vein.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Although AK-GSV EVLA improves symptoms regardless of persisting BK reflux, the latter appears responsible for residual symptoms and a greater need for sclerotherapy for residual varicosities. PMID: 19155336 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - January 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Theivacumar NS, Darwood RJ, Dellegrammaticas D, Mavor AI, Gough MJ Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Rate of occupational leg swelling is greater in the morning than in the afternoon.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
The aim of this study was to investigate the rate of occupational leg swelling depending on the time period of the working day. Volumetric variations of the legs of 70 hospital employees, enrolled in three groups, were evaluated. Group I: 35 morning shift workers; Group II: 35 afternoon shift workers; and Group III: 15 individuals randomly selected from Groups I and II, who were evaluated on the day they worked 12 hours consecutively. Volumetry was performed before and after each shift for both legs of the participants in Groups I and II. For Group III volumetry was performed early in the morning, at noon and in the ev...
Source: Phlebology - January 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Belczak CE, de Godoy JM, Ramos RN, de Oliveira MA, Belczak SQ, Caffaro RA Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

First results with a new 1470-nm diode laser for endovenous ablation of incompetent saphenous veins.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: EVLA of GSV and SSV with a 1470 nm diode laser is a minimally invasive, safe and efficient therapy option with a high success rate. PMID: 19155338 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - January 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Pannier F, Rabe E, Maurins U Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Changes in the pressure and the dynamic stiffness index of medical elastic compression stockings after having been worn for eight hours: a pilot study.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: The DSI of MECS reflects an important and particularly consistent therapeutic effect. As the pressure drops during the day, the pressure amplitude or pulsations remain the same. The pressure drop may be due to fatigue of the elastic material. The DSI would therefore form a valuable indicator for prescribing the most effective MECS for the patient. PMID: 19155339 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - January 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: van der Wegen-Franken CP, Tank B, Nijsten T, Neumann HA Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Surgery in patients with vascular malformations of the head and neck: value of coagulation disorders.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
CONCLUSION: Prior to surgery of congenital vascular malformations of the head and neck, a detailed coagulation analysis is needed in order to identify those patients at increased risk of bleeding. This proceeding is supported by the fact that a relevant portion of the patients with congenital vascular malformations of the head and neck show an impaired primary haemostasis. PMID: 19155340 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - January 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Wiegand S, Eivazi B, Karger R, Al Kadah B, Sesterhenn AM, Werner JA Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals

Varicose vein surgery performed by a surgical care practitioner.Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
A surgical care practitioner (SCP) completed a structured training programme to perform all aspects of varicose vein surgery including sapheno-femoral disconnection and long saphenous vein stripping. Over a four-year period, she performed 152 groin procedures, closed 191 groin wounds and undertook phlebectomies on 91 legs with excellent results. A SCP can be used to improve theatre utilization and efficiency with no obvious drawbacks. PMID: 19155341 [PubMed - in process] (Source: Phlebology)
Source: Phlebology - January 22, 2009 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Hickey NC, Cooper K Tags: Phlebology Source Type: journals