A practical guide on the evaluation diagnosis and treatment of varicose veins Chronic venous
disease is a common condition with a prevalence as high as 50% in industrialized countries
worldwide. Of those about 20-25% of women and 10-15% of men have visible varicose veins.
Varicose vein treatment has become an increasingly multidisciplinary field and one that has
seen cutting-edge advances and significant growth. Felipe B. Collares Salomao Faintuch and a
team of venous disease experts have compiled Varicose Veins a concise book that covers the
full range of interventional procedures for venous insufficiency. Following introductory
chapters on anatomy and pathophysiology the authors guide readers through the clinical exam
imaging compression therapy and various minimally invasive techniques. Highly practical and
an affordable alternative to larger published tomes. Key Highlights - Step-by-step guide on
core venous interventions - from compression therapy to sclerotherapy - ambulatory phlebectomy
to endovascular ablation - Illustrations delineate anatomy and specific treatment modalities -
Clinical pearls on patient safety and preventing complications - Discussion of emerging
endovascular approaches that do not require administration of tumescent anesthesia This handy
resource is a must-have for trainees and veteran physicians. The practical and focused layout
provides a well-rounded reference for all specialists who perform varicose vein procedures -
interventional radiologists vascular surgeons phlebologists cardiologists and
dermatologists.
