Great-saphenous Varicose Veins

Great-saphenous varicose veins are dilated, tortuous varices of the great saphenous vein due to venous reflux/insufficiency, presenting with aching, heaviness, swelling, visible tortuous veins, stasis dermatitis, or ulcer. Treatment: compression stockings; leg elevation; exercise; endovenous laser/radiofrequency ablation; sclerotherapy; high ligation/stripping for large; treat venous reflux; wound care for ulcers.

Common Symptoms

Aching/heaviness; swelling; tortuous GSV veins; stasis dermatitis/ulcer

Causes and Pathogenesis

Saphenofemoral junction valve reflux causes superficial venous hypertension and dilatation.

Treatment

Compression; elevation; ablation/sclerotherapy/ligation; treat reflux; wound care

Preventive Measures

Compression; exercise; weight control; avoid prolonged standing.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Vascular-surgery department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.