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What is the physiology of venous insufficiency?
Syndromes related to venous insufficiency are caused by valve incompetence. Venous insufficiency is a chronic (long term) condition
What causes venous ulcer?
Venous ulcer are caused by venous insufficiency (improper functioning of venous valves).
What are the symptoms of venous insufficiency?
The symptoms of chronic venous insufficiency can be subjective and objective. Subjective symptoms include throbbing, cramping, burning
What chronic condition in which venous circulation is inadequate due to partial vein blockage or leakage of venous valves?
Chronic Venous Insufficiency
How is velopharyngeal insufficiency treated?
Velopharyngeal insufficiency is treated with a combination of surgery and speech therapy.
Could vein insufficiency be a disability to a point?
Yes, but it's often the underyling disease causing venous insufficiency that is the real trouble down the road. Venous insufficiency can be associated with increased pressures in the right side of the heart, a sign of right heart failure.
What does the medical abbreviation CVI mean?
CVI has several meanings and is not a standard abbreviation for healthcare facilities. Eamples include: Cardiovascular Incident Cardiovascular Insufficiency Cerebrovascular Incident Cerebrovascular Insufficiency Childrens Vaccine Initiative Chronic Venous Insufficiency Continuous Venous Infusion
What are some diseases starting with the letter v?
vertigo, vitiligo, venous insufficiency
What is the medical term meaning abnormal circulatory condition characterized by decreased return of venous blood from the legs to the trunk of the body?
venous insufficiency
How can severe aortic insufficiency be treated?
Severe aortic insufficiency can be treated with medical therapy. Pharmaceuticals to decrease blood pressure, with diuretics and vasodilators, are helpful in patients with aortic insufficiency.
What condition is caused by defective valves in the lower leg veins?
This is called Chronic Venous Insufficiency.
How is pulmonary valve insufficiency treated?
On its own, pulmonary valve insufficiency is seldom severe enough to require treatment.
