The great saphenous vein is a large venous blood vessel running near the inside surface of the leg from the ankle to the groin. It arises from the dorsal venous arch at the top (dorsum) of the foot ...

As described above, the underlying pathologic process behind the formation of varicose veins lies within both deep and superficial reflux. Conventional teaching suggests that the underlying truncal or ...

Varicose veins are caused by malfunctioning valves that allow blood to pool in the veins of the legs. The great saphenous vein is the most common culprit, according to medical specialists. While the ...

How does radiofrequency ablation of the saphenous system compare with standard high ligation and stripping? The authors conducted a randomized controlled trial with 90 patients in each group.

Ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy (UGFS) of varicose veins is a useful treatment option. It is a relatively safe method in the case of limited, small varicose veins. In theory, a justified concern ...