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하지정맥류의 원인 및 증상open accessCauses and symptomsof varicose veins

Authors
Ko, HyunminAhn, Hyung Joon
Issue Date
Apr-2022
Publisher
KOREAN MEDICAL ASSOC
Keywords
Varicose veins; Etiology; Pathophysiology; Symptoms
Citation
JOURNAL OF THE KOREAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION, v.65, no.4, pp 193 - 196
Pages
4
Journal Title
JOURNAL OF THE KOREAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
Volume
65
Number
4
Start Page
193
End Page
196
URI
https://scholarworks.bwise.kr/cau/handle/2019.sw.cau/74642
DOI
10.5124/jkma.2022.65.4.193
ISSN
1975-8456
2093-5951
Abstract
Background: Varicose veins are a common disease that cause edema, heaviness, pigmentation, and skin ulcers, ultimately affecting the quality of life. Various treatments have recently been developed; therefore, clinicians need to understand the anatomy, pathophysiology, risk factors, and symptoms of varicose veins to provide optimal treatment. Current Concepts: Lower extremity veins are composed of deep, superficial, perforating, and communicating vein systems, and the main axial superficial veins are composed of the great and small saphenous veins. Venous circulation primarily relies on muscle pumps in the foot and calf. Pressure on the sole and contraction of calf muscles compress the veins, sending blood upward or to the deep vein system. Varicose veins are caused by valvular abnormalities, muscle pump failure, etc., and associated risk factors include age, pregnancy, obesity, and family history. The main symptoms include heaviness, fatigue, and edema. Discussion and Conclusion: Varicose veins have complex anatomical structures and are developed by various factors. Therefore, appropriate treatments should be selected considering patients' symptoms, anatomical structure, and economic aspects.
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