Articles on phlebology

Chronic venous insufficiency and pregnancy Pregnancy is a wonderful natural state. However, pregnancy does not always go smoothly. Hormonal changes during this period of life have a positive effect on a woman's body, protect it, but the same hormones can greatly complicate the work of other organs a

Let's pay attention to established statistical data The prevalence of diseases of the veins of the lower extremities among women is on average 5 times higher than among men; the annual increase of the disease is 2.6% in women and 1.9% in men; the prevalence of CVI signs in pregnant women is up to 7

Leg cramps during pregnancy and in old age - causes, treatment Spasms are strong, long and uncontrolled muscle contractions that occur without any obvious reasons and almost always at night. Why do leg muscles cramp and what can be done to solve the problem - these questions concern most of the th

Symptoms, types and treatment of kidney hydronephrosis in children and adults Kidney hydronephrosis is a pathology associated with the progression of the expansion of the calyx-pelvic area of ​​the kidney. The reason for the development of hydronephrosis of the kidneys is a violation of the outflow

Postthrombotic disease of the lower extremities: causes, treatment Postthrombotic disease (PTH, postphlebitic syndrome) occurs after the thrombosis of the main veins (on the background of chronic venous insufficiency). The cause of post-thrombotic syndrome and chronic venous insufficiency is a viola

In the article, we will tell in detail how standard operations for varicose veins are performed - venectomy and miniphlebectomy. Such an operation is possible only in stationary conditions. The patient stays in the hospital for two to ten days, depending on the qualification and experience of the do

Beginning of a cycle of articles about varicose veins: Myths about varicose veins Myth 1: it will pass We continue to acquaint you with common myths and the most frequent mistakes of patients, due to which they do not turn to specialists or do so too late. The second myth. "Nothin

Every fourth man and every third woman on the planet suffer from varicose veins. The causes of varicose veins include: genetic predisposition, excessive load on the veins, impaired blood flow to the upper part of the body. Varicose veins occur only in humans, this is our price for walking upright.

Causes of trophic ulcers, symptoms, treatment A trophic ulcer is a soft tissue defect that does not heal for a long time. The main cause of the appearance of a trophic ulcer is a violation of local blood circulation (at the tissue level) or a failure of innervation. Pathology is very difficult to tr

Causes of lymphostasis of legs and hands, symptoms, treatment Lymphostasis is a malfunction of the lymphatic system, when the movement of lymph in the vessels is disturbed and it is retained in the tissues. Vascular surgeons deal with lymphostasis of the lower limbs, hands and other parts of the bod

Single or multiple telangiectasias (vascular "stars"), as well as reticular varicose veins (dilation of subcutaneous veins up to 2 mm in diameter) occur in every fourth woman aged 25-30. The reasons for the development of such a pathology have not been studied to the end. They note a hered

Compression knitwear for women and men - classification Compression knitwear for the lower limbs helps the correct distribution of pressure on the blood vessels of the legs. It is used for prevention and treatment of varicose veins, thrombophlebitis, thrombosis, chronic venous insufficiency, post-th

Causes, symptoms and treatment of venous insufficiency Venous insufficiency is a pathological condition that occurs due to impaired outflow of venous blood. In practical medicine, this term refers to disorders of the lower extremities. Reasons In most cases, chronic venous insufficiency of the lowe

Up to the time of surgical intervention – the patient must have already been examined, a conversation was held with him about the necessary preparation and hygiene before the operation, and all questions related to the operation and the postoperative period were clarified. In the clinic, the

Practical advice to the patient Chronic venous insufficiency of the lower extremities is a common pathology that, with a reasonable attitude towards oneself and one's health, can remain under control without causing complications. Correction of the regime of life, work and rest is a condition from

General recommendations: Be an active participant in the process of your treatment; If you do not understand something from the doctor's answers, ask additional questions until you fully understand all points; Ask your doctor to give you instructions and recommendations in

Recommendations for a patient who is scheduled to undergo sclerotherapy Please read this sheet very carefully. If you have any doubts or questions, ask your doctor. It is important to strictly follow the instructions before and after treatment. Patients with varicose veins of the lower extremities

Features of performing standard operations for varicose veins So, let's dwell on the features and details of ordinary or standard operations for varicose veins. One of the oldest diseases of mankind, as well as one of the most common, varicose disease has always attracted the attention of various s