The Great Saphenous Vein (GSV) is the most commonly affected superficial vein to become diseased (valves no longer function and become leaky). While venous reflux can involve the deep system and perforators, the superficial venous system is most commonly involved. The superficial venous system consists of the great saphenous vein (GSV), accessory saphenous […]
Venous reflux disease refers to ‘leaky valves in the veins of the legs. Reflux may occur in the deep and/or superficial leg veins. The deep veins are those within the muscle; they bring at least 80-90% of the blood from the legs back to the heart. The superficial veins are outside of the muscle […]
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