Abstract

Dr. Pranamya Rohidas Sonawane*, Dr. Prerana Santosh Bandekar and Dr. Manoj Patil

ABSTRACT

Introduction: When a vein becomes dilated, elongated and tortuous the vein is said to be varicose. He condition is caused by valvular dysfunction, resulting in venous reeflux with a subsequent increase in ambulatory pressure I the venous system. The majority (80%) of varicose veins originate from long saphenous vein and remaining 20% of varicose veins originate from short saphenous vein. This article reviews the anatomy, indications, treatment options, and potential complications related to varicose veins. Method: Descriptive Study of Varicose veins. Result: Conservative management involves Avoid prolonged standing, crepe bandage elastic stockings, bicycle riding. Operative management involves Endothermal ablation, sclerotherapy, endovenous glue, Fegan’s injection, Open surgery involving ligation and ligation with stripping.