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Area of Science:

  • Vascular Medicine
  • Phlebology
  • Dermatology

Background:

  • Primary chronic venous disorders are highly prevalent in Western populations, affecting up to 20% with varicose veins and 0.5% with active ulcers.
  • These disorders are characterized by intrinsic vein wall abnormalities, leading to complications like skin changes and ulceration in advanced stages.
  • Commonly associated with truncal saphenous insufficiency, these conditions necessitate effective diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current understanding of primary chronic venous disorders, including their pathophysiology, diagnosis, and management.
  • To highlight advancements in endovenous techniques and sclerotherapy as alternatives to traditional surgical methods.
  • To discuss the role of surgical repair for incompetent deep venous valves.

Main Methods:

  • Review of literature on primary chronic venous disorders, focusing on CEAP classification, pathophysiology, and clinical presentation.
  • Description of diagnostic tools such as venous duplex ultrasonography, plethysmography, and venography.
  • Overview of historical and contemporary treatment modalities, including saphenous vein stripping, endovenous ablation, sclerotherapy, and valve repair.

Main Results:

  • Endovenous techniques for saphenous vein ablation are generally safe and less morbid than traditional stripping procedures.
  • Sclerotherapy, particularly ultrasound-guided foam sclerotherapy, is effective for various venous issues, including telangiectasias, varicosities, and main truncal incompetence.
  • Surgical repair of incompetent deep venous valves shows promise in select cases, though outcomes depend critically on patient selection.

Conclusions:

  • Modern endovenous techniques and sclerotherapy represent significant advancements in treating primary chronic venous disorders, offering improved safety and efficacy.
  • While traditional surgery has been largely replaced, sclerotherapy remains crucial for specific indications, with foam sclerotherapy expanding its utility.
  • Further research and careful case selection are essential for optimizing outcomes with surgical valve repair.