Venous Insufficiency
Veins and arteries help the blood circulate around the body. "Venous Insufficiency" is a disease where blood pools and increases pressure within the veins. When left untreated, venous disease can cause varicose veins, lower leg swelling, ulcers, pain, and wounds. Ulcers and wounds caused by venous insufficiency are commonly infected and are difficult to heal. The Mobile Vascular Physicians team are experts at diagnosing and treating venous insufficiency.
What are some signs of venous disease?
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Hyperpigmentation
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Varicose veins
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Aching or tiredness in legs
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Swelling/Edema in lower legs and ankles
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Flaking and itchy skin of the legs
What are some causes of venous disease?
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Prolonged periods of sitting or standing
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Pregnancy or prior pregnancy
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Family history
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Prior leg injury
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Prior blood clots
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High blood pressure
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Lack of exercise
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Smoking
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Phlebitis
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Stroke
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Cardiovascular Disease
Mobile Vascular Physicians Treating Venous Insufficiency:
The Mobile Vascular Physicians Team are experts at diagnosing and treating venous insufficiency with minimally invasive, non-surgical techniques which include:
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Endovenous Thermal Ablation (high frequency radio waves or laser that eliminate the “bad veins”)
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Image Guided Sclerotherapy (ultrasound and/or fluoroscopic guided sclerotherapy)
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Venography of Abnormal Deep Veins (using specialized imaging equipment)
