Stenting for chronic obstructive venous disease: A current comprehensive meta-analysis and systematic review.

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to assess the safety and efficacy of the ClariVein(®) system that employs mechanochemical ablation of the great saphenous vein (GSV). METHOD:Patients eligible for ablation of the GSV underwent micropuncture access with only local anaesthesia to insert a 4 or 5 Fr sheath. The Cla...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Elias S,Raines JK

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To portray the initial experience at a public health center of the Federal District of Brazil in the treatment of chronic venous insufficiency with ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy in patients in advanced stages of the disease. METHOD:Eighty-seven reports of patients in C5 and C6 stages, according to CE...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Neto FC,de Araújo GR,Kessler IM,de Amorim RF,Falcão DP

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To compare two different medical compression stockings after varicose vein treatment. PATIENTS AND METHODS:A randomized single-blind controlled study on two compression regimes after saphenous catheter foam sclerotherapy + phlebectomy was performed. After pads and 5 mmHg contention sock, 23 mmHg (group A, S...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Cavezzi A,Mosti G,Colucci R,Quinzi V,Bastiani L,Urso SU

更新日期：2019-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To evaluate the heredity factor of the chronic venous disorders and odds ratio linked to maternal or paternal heredity. METHODS:Cross-sectional epidemiological study conducted in daily practice of medical practitioners on all patients consulting them. The practitioners described the venous status of all pati...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Crebassa V,Roucaute T,Guex JJ,Allaert FA

更新日期：2016-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIM:Sclerotherapy is the targeted chemical ablation of varicose veins by intravenous injection of a liquid or foamed sclerosing drug. The treated veins may be intradermal, subcutaneous, and/or transfascial as well as superficial and deep in venous malformations. The aim of this guideline is to give evidence-based recom...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Rabe E,Breu FX,Cavezzi A,Coleridge Smith P,Frullini A,Gillet JL,Guex JJ,Hamel-Desnos C,Kern P,Partsch B,Ramelet AA,Tessari L,Pannier F,Guideline Group.

更新日期：2014-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:With currently available effective interventional methods to treat superficial venous insufficiency, it becomes particularly important to have a simple and reliable method to evaluate the location and severity of venous reflux. To date, there are few studies that evaluated plethysmography with and without to...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Skeik N,Kalsi H,Wysokinski WE,Heaser TV,Wennberg PW

更新日期：2012-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To define the anatomical variations of small saphenous vein (SSV) for varicose vein (VV) surgery by three-dimensional computed tomography venography (3D-CTV) and to analyse the impact of this preoperative evaluation on surgical outcomes. METHODS:A total of 120 consecutive limbs with SSV insufficiency having ...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Kim SY,Park EA,Shin YC,Min SI,Lee W,Ha J,Kim SJ,Min SK

更新日期：2012-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this paper is to describe the anatomical relations of the small saphenous vein (SSV) in order to define the high-risk zones for the treatment of chronic venous disease. The SSV runs in the saphenous compartment demarcated by two fascia layers: a muscular fascia and a membranous layer of subcutaneous tissue....

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Uhl JF,Gillot C

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Venous thromboembolism is one of the most common causes of morbidity and mortality in modern societies. The entirety of events involved in venous thrombus formation and resolution remains to be elucidated. Temporal relation between the initial cellular insult, thrombus formation and resolution is critical for institut...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Malgor RD,Labropoulos N

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:To examine and compare the effects of downwards versus upwards total stripping of great saphenous vein (GSV) on saphenous nerve (SN) injury using clinical and electrophysiological studies. METHODS:Fifty patients with varicosities were equally and randomly assigned to undergo total, upwards stripping (group ...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Papakostas JC,Douitsis E,Sarmas I,Avgos S,Kyritsis A,Matsagkas M

更新日期：2014-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The phlebology in the area of lower limbs is the only medical field in which the terminological needs of clinicians were met. Ten years ago, the latest revision of the Latin anatomical nomenclature, Terminologia Anatomica (TA), was issued. But almost none of the chapters reflected the clinicians' need to be a relevant...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Kachlik D,Pechacek V,Baca V,Musil V

更新日期：2010-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Mechanochemical endovenous ablation is a novel technique for the treatment of great saphenous vein and small saphenous vein incompetence which combines mechanical injury of the endothelium with simultaneous infusion of liquid sclerosant. The main objective of this study was to evaluate early occlusion. METH...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Deijen CL,Schreve MA,Bosma J,de Nie AJ,Leijdekkers VJ,van den Akker PJ,Vahl A

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to evaluate the training experience of current UK vascular trainees in the modern management of venous disease. METHOD:A web-based questionnaire of the 145 members of the Rouleaux Club (www.rouleauxclub.com), which represents UK vascular trainees. Members were asked to complete the ...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Scurr JR,Oshin OA,Hinchliffe RJ,Holt PJ,Gohel M

更新日期：2011-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Objective To highlight current practice patterns in management of superficial vein thrombosis. Methods An electronic survey was conducted using the mailing lists of the Mediterranean League of Angiology and Vascular Surgery and European Venous Forum regarding superficial vein thrombosis diagnosis, investigation, and t...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Karathanos C,Spanos K,Lachanas V,Athanasoulas A,Giannoukas AD

更新日期：2017-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The authors describe the abnormal confluence of the right internal iliac vein into a left common iliac vein compressed by the overlying right common iliac artery. The prevalence of this combination of abnormalities, evaluated in cadavers and in living subjects by CT, was 0.9%. The possible obstacle to venous pelvic re...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Caggiati A,Amore M,Sedati P

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Catheter-directed thrombolysis (CDT) for iliofemoral deep vein thrombosis (DVT) restores venous patency, reduces the risk of the post-thrombotic syndrome and may reduce longer term treatment costs. This study assessed the potential role of CDT in patients with DVT with regard to representation following th...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Chandra E,Ahmadi M,Bailey MA,Griffin KJ,Berridge DC,Coughlin PA,Scott DJ

更新日期：2013-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Recently published evidence-based guidelines of the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS) and the American Venous Forum (AVF) include recommendations for evaluation, classification, outcome assessment and therapy of patients with varicose veins and more advanced chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). The need for such guide...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Gloviczki P,Gloviczki ML

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The assessment of outcomes following treatment for chronic venous disease has been greatly improved over the last three decades. The personal opinion of the physician based on assessment of his own results has been replaced by more objective assessment based on well-defined criteria. The author describes and compares ...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Guex JJ

更新日期：2012-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:The aim of this research was to compare the accuracy of the modified Wells, the Wells, the Kahn, the St. André, and the Constans score for the diagnosis of deep vein thrombosis of the lower limb in unselected population of outpatients and inpatients. METHOD:The pretest of probability score was employed in c...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Sermsathanasawadi N,Suparatchatpun P,Pumpuang T,Hongku K,Chinsakchai K,Wongwanit C,Ruangsetakit C,Mutirangura P

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:This study aims to describe a technique for catheter-directed foam sclerotherapy (CDS) of great saphenous vein (GSV) insufficiency and report occlusion rate and patient satisfaction after a single treatment. METHODS:About 100 patients were included. The GSV was accessed at knee level. With the method of Tes...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Williamsson C,Danielsson P,Smith L

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This retrospective study was undertaken to review our experience with ablation of superficial veins with significant reflux, using VNUS ClosureFAST RF (radiofrequency) or laser 980 nm, in patients with primary chronic venous ulcers, and also determine its effects in ulcer healing and ulcer recurrence. METHOD...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Sufian S,Lakhanpal S,Marquez J

更新日期：2011-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Catheter directed sclerotherapy (CDS) involves the use of a long catheter to deliver a sclerosing agent into a target vessel (saphenous trunks or venous malformations) under ultrasound guidance. Aims and Methods This article reviews the history, current techniques and devices and the evidence as it relates t...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Parsi K

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Compression therapy is the most important basic treatment modality in venous leg ulcers. The review focusses on the materials which are used: 1. Compression bandages, 2. Compression stockings, 3. Self-adjustable Velcro-devices, 4. Compression pumps, 5. Hybrid devices. Compression bandages, usually applied by trained s...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Partsch H

更新日期：2014-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：AIMS:To assess (a) immediate/short-term outcomes of intensive complex decongestive treatment of lower limb lymphedema, by means of bioimpedance spectroscopy and tape measurement-based volumetry, and (b) correlation between these two methods. PATIENTS AND METHODS:Cohort study on patients affected by unilateral primary ...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Cavezzi A,Urso SU,Paccasassi S,Mosti G,Campana F,Colucci R

更新日期：2020-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Wound dressings: ulcer dressings should create and maintain a moist environment on the ulcer surface. It has been shown that in an ulcer with a hard crust and desiccated bed, the healing process is significantly slowed and sometimes completely blocked so favouring infection, inflammation and pain. In contrast a moist ...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Mosti G

更新日期：2013-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The purpose of this study was to visualize the shunt flow of arteriovenous fistulas (AVFs) passing towards the top side of the foot from the plantar artery. METHODS:Colour-flow duplex Doppler ultrasonography was performed in 112 patients who consulted an outpatient clinic with varicose veins and/or symptoms ...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Yoshida Y,Fujita M

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To study the effect of coil embolization of the insufficient ovarian vein (IOV) on varices of the lower limb (VLL). METHOD:From December 2005 until May 2008, we selected all patients with phlebograms that were performed in our hospital to confirm the diagnosis of insufficiency of the ovarian vein. The CEAP (...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Castenmiller PH,de Leur K,de Jong TE,van der Laan L

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The aim of this review was to discuss the epidemiology, risk factors and sequelae of venous thromboembolism (VTE). VTE has an incidence of 1-2 per 1000 people annually. The risk of VTE increases with age and is highest in Caucasians and African Americans. Combined oral contraceptives (COC), especially the third-genera...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Wong P,Baglin T

更新日期：2012-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVES:Popliteal venous aneurysms (PVA) are rare, but represent a significant potential source of thromboembolus. Most often the patients present with pulmonary embolism, which can also be detected in patients presenting with chronic venous insufficiency. METHODS:Three patients without any clinical evidence of pul...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Christenson JT

更新日期：2007-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We present two cases of a unilateral leg swelling of unusual aetiology as a reminder to the physician to consider causes of unilateral leg swelling other than deep vein thrombosis, lymphoedema and infectious diseases. CASE REPORTS:Both of our patients developed progressive leg swelling. Subsequent investigat...

journal_title：Phlebology

authors： Bekou V,Galis D,Traber J

更新日期：2011-02-01 00:00:00