Interv Cardiol. 2012;4(5):527-536. The venous anatomy of the lower leg is made up of two axial systems, a superficial and a deep venous system. The superficial system lies above the muscle fascia ...

Superficial veins are closer to the skin’s ... These valves are particularly important in the legs and ... Other differences exist in the anatomy of arteries and veins due to their different ...

There are several superficial vein thrombosis treatment options. A person’s symptoms and overall health can influence the type of treatment they receive. Superficial vein thrombosis (SVT), also ...

Medically reviewed by Anisha Shah, MD Running from the top of the foot (dorsum) and up the inner sides of the leg, the great saphenous vein is the body’s longest vein. The vein’s primary task ...

Because superficial veins have less muscle support than deep veins, they are more likely to become varicose. Any condition that puts too much pressure on the legs or abdomen can lead to varicose ...

Superficial phlebitis is a condition where there is inflammation of a vein just under the skin, often in the leg. The term “phlebitis” refers to inflammation of a vein, and “superficial ...

KOCHI: Chronic Venous Insufficiency, a condition when the veins on the legs are damaged, is often seen in several people. While the traditional way of treating ...