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A Novel Non-invasive Method for the Detection of Elevated Intra-compartmental Pressures of the Leg
Published on: May 31, 2019
[Direct measurement of venous pressure in the lower limbs. Methods and findings]
Abstract:
The authors discuss the determination of the venous pressure as a routine examination. They describe their method and specify in turn : -- the choice of the place of determination : the dorsal venous arch of the foot ; -- the choice of the type of overload : stepping on site with toes in extension ; -- the surrounding temperature : a diminution of the room temperature considerably affecting the filling time ; -- the investigation, for therapeutic purposes, of the causes of venous insufficiency, putting pneumatic cuffs at various levels. Finally the authors explain this method by means of some examples of results obtained.
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