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Venous function during late pregnancy, the effect of elastic compression hosiery
L Nilsson1, C Austrell, L Norgren
1Department of Surgery, Lund University, Sweden.
VASA. Zeitschrift Fur Gefasskrankheiten
|January 1, 1992
Summary
Graduated compression hosiery improved venous function in late pregnancy. Women experienced less leg swelling, tiredness, and pain after wearing the compression stockings.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Medicine
- Obstetrics & Gynecology
Background:
- Venous dysfunction is common in late pregnancy, leading to discomfort.
- Leg swelling, tiredness, and pain are prevalent symptoms.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effect of graduated compression hosiery on venous function in pregnant women.
- To assess subjective improvements in leg-related discomfort.
Main Methods:
- Investigated venous function in 29 women during late pregnancy.
- Assessed changes before and after short-term graduated compression hosiery treatment.
Main Results:
- Significant improvement in venous emptying was observed.
- Subjective reduction in leg swelling, tiredness, and pain reported by participants.
Conclusions:
- Graduated compression hosiery is effective in improving venous function during late pregnancy.
- Compression hosiery offers symptomatic relief for common leg problems in pregnant women.