Legs Flashcards
1
Q
signs of chronic venous insufficiency
A
Brown pigmentation (haemosiderin), lipodermatosclerosis (champagne bottle legs), and eczema are all signs. Can progress to venous ulcer
2
Q
treatment of superficial thromboplebitis
A
Compression stockings
3
Q
symptomatic treatment of varicose veins
A
graduated compression stockings
4
Q
dilated itchy veins without pain
A
varicose veins
5
Q
1st line investigation for peripheral arterial disease
A
duplex US
6
Q
1st line treatment (prevention of PAD)
A
Aspirin + Clopidogrel
7
Q
Preventative treatment of PAD if peptic ulcer
A
NO aspirin just clopidogrel (with statin as all CVS disease gets statin)
