On this occasion, we present the case of a patient who shows pigmentation in both legs and also spider veins on the dorsum of the foot. Upon arrival, the patient reported having received several sessions of sclerotherapy at other medical centers, as she had varicose cords. The consequence of the treatment she received from other doctors who were not specialized […]
In the search for effective treatments for varicose veins, vascular medicine offers modern, minimally invasive methods that allow this condition to be treated safely. Among the most commonly used methods are chemical ablation and thermal laser ablation. However, not all patients are candidates for the same procedure, and choosing the appropriate treatment depends on a specialized medical evaluation. What is […]
Today we are with Sofía, a patient who came to us with varicose veins in both legs. After evaluating her with a venous Doppler ultrasound, we performed endovenous laser treatment for varicose veins. Case Background The patient arrived with painful legs, dilated varicose veins, and several symptoms such as heaviness, fatigue, and even pain that prevented her from sitting. The […]
In today’s case, we have a patient who visited the Cardiovascular Surgeon for consultation. After a physical examination, a Doppler ultrasound was performed to allow for an advanced diagnosis and to provide a specific treatment for varicose veins. In this case, the evaluation revealed the presence of a perforating vein originating from the thigh, which causes upward reflux, leading to […]
Today we present the case of Elías, who came to see the Cardiovascular Surgeon visibly affected and with prominent varicose veins. The patient reported that the affected veins caused significant pain throughout his leg, and he was unable to wear shorts in the summer, having to cover his legs entirely. Varicose Vein Treatment Performed The treatment for varicose veins carried […]
It is common to receive many patients with severely dilated varicose veins. Many of these patients report having previously received sclerotherapy treatment at other medical centers. In these cases, sclerotherapy did not work because only the outer (superficial) part of the problem was treated, while the root cause was internal. That’s why it is very important to understand that sclerotherapy […]
Case of the Day – Patient with Varicose Veins for 15 Years In today’s case, Dr. Paulo Huachalla Coronel, Cardiovascular Surgeon in Lima, presents a patient who came in for a consultation after suffering from the discomfort of venous disease for 15 years. The Patient’s Physical Evaluation During the physical examination, the patient showed varicose veins around the ankle and […]