Small valves inside the veins help blood flow properly through them. Varicose veins develop when these valves weaken, allowing blood to collect in the veins. This enlarges them and causes the valves ...

People aged 18 and over with a suspected DVT need to have a proximal leg vein ultrasound scan quickly to diagnose or rule out a DVT so that treatment can be started promptly if needed. The scan should ...

The SAVES method is an effective and safe approach for ultrasound-guided infraclavicular axillary/subclavian vein cannulation. Cannulation is a procedure of inserting a flexible tube (catheter) into ...

In 2015, television presenter Julia Bradbury visited Veincentre’s London clinic to undergo treatment for her thread and varicose veins. Patients are often keen to know about the specifics of the ...

Partnership aims to improve patient outcomes by streamlining the proficient use of POCUS making ultrasound more accessible to healthcare professionals worldwide ROCKVILLE, Md., July 08, 2024 (GLOBE ...

CRINKLY varicose veins in the leg are common and yes, not always the prettiest. But how much do you really know about your vein health? According to the British Heart Foundation, by the time we’re an ...

Varicose veins require thorough assessment by vascular surgeons, especially using ultrasound, to determine the underlying cause and severity. Treatment options, including laser or RFT, should be ...