A 40-year-old patient comes in stating she feels fatigue and
heaviness in her legs, especially after standing for several hours. What is
seen on the patient’s thigh? What is the diagnosis?
Presented in the image are varicose veins. This patient has venous insufficiency, which is caused by venous valve incompetence. About half of patients with venous insufficiency present varicose veins. Other symptoms include ulcerations, particularly over the medial malleolus, and edema.
Presented in the image are varicose veins. This patient has venous insufficiency, which is caused by venous valve incompetence. About half of patients with venous insufficiency present varicose veins. Other symptoms include ulcerations, particularly over the medial malleolus, and edema.
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