Vascular

Question 1

What is ischaemia reperfusion injury?

Answer 1

Damage caused when blood supply returns to a tissue after a period of ischaemia, can lead to compartment syndrome (functional loss of muscle as a result of ischaemia).

Question 2

What is venous claudication?

Answer 2

Pain and tightness on walking which is resolved with leg elevation, caused by chronic venous insufficiency.

Question 3

What is the surgical management for varicose veins?

Answer 3

Endovascular treatment such as ablation, stripping or ligation.

Question 4

Name some causes of chronic venous insufficiency.

Answer 4

Primary - congenital defects in vein wall or valvular component
Secondary - defect has occurred due to damage e.g. trauma, post-thrombotic disease, venous outflow obstruction (e.g. pregnancy)