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Chronic Venous Disease (CVD)

Chronic Venous Disease refers to a permanent condition of the leg veins caused by abnormal blood flow that have incompetent or damaged valves. This condition is also known as venous reflux disease.

Symptoms of Chronic Venous Disease (CVD)

  • Leg pain while standing or sitting for prolonged periods
  • Swelling
  • Heavy sensation
  • Throbbing sensation
  • Burning sensation
  • Skin discoloration
  • Nocturnal leg cramps
  • Restless leg syndrome
  • Unsightly veins

Causes of Chronic Venous Disease (CVD)

The direct cause of Chronic Venous Disease is unknown, but the risk factors are:

  • Hormonal changes
  • Family history
  • Trauma or injury

Predisposing factors are:

  • Female gender
  • Pregnancy
  • Occupation
  • Obesity
  • Birth control pills

Chronic Venous Disease (CVD) Complications

  • Painful clots
  • Spontaneous bleeding
  • Skin inflammation
  • Ulcer formation

Chronic Venous Disease (CVD) Treatments

  • Endovascular ablation with radiofrequency (Venclose™, ClosureFast™)
  • Endovascular ablation with laser
  • Endovascular chemical ablation with foam (Varithena™)
  • Graduated pressure stockings
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