Treatment Flashcards
1
Q
What is the non surgical managment of varicose veins?
A
Elevation, exercise and compression bandages
2
Q
When would you not use compression bandages?
A
Peripheral arterial vascular disease - check with ABPI
3
Q
What are the surgical methods for varicose vein treatment?
A
**Surgery - Saphenectomy/Phlebectomy **- Removal of saphenous vein with a wire/removal of other vein
Endovenous laser/radiotherapy eblation - Heat laser applied via catheter and vein shrinks and closes
Sclerotherapy - with foam to ablate and shrink vein - apply bandages after
4
Q
What is the treatment for varicose eczema?
A
Steroids and emolients
5
Q
What is the treatment for venous ulcer?
A
Clean, dress and compress
