Updates in the Management of Chronic Venous Disease, MODULE III

Chronic venous disease (CVD) is a condition with a complex pathophysiological mechanism and a broad etiopathogenesis. Although diagnosis is often straightforward, it can be challenging in certain cases. Doppler ultrasonography is extremely helpful in this regard. Therapy must take into account both the stage of the disease and the patient’s overall status. Treatment measures should be initiated and adapted in the therapeutic context, with particular emphasis on eliminating venous reflux.

Contents

1. The venous system of the lower limbs – notions of anatomy and physiology pathophysiological and morphopathological aspects in CVD
2. Chronic venous disease – definition, epidemiology, and risk factors
3. Diagnosis of chronic venous disease
3.1. Signs, symptoms, clinical examination
3.2. Paraclinical investigations
3.3. CEAP classification
4. Treatment of chronic venous disease
5. Conclusions