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| | MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Varicose vein therapy |
 | | The therapy uses heat to destroy vein tissue. | | | Vein stripping; Sclerotherapy of veins; Endovenous ablation therapy | | | Today, fewer doctors are performing the traditional vein stripping surgery as more patients opt for the less invasive endovenous ablation procedure. |
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| | Capital Region Vein Centre |
| | Diagnosis of spider or varicose veins begins with an accurate medical history and a careful physical examination of both legs while the patient is standing. | | | At the Capital Region Vein Centre management of varicose vein disease may involve the use of non surgical methods such as sclerotherapy, ultrasound guided sclerotherapy laser or Closure or minimally invasive surgical procedures such as micro-phlebectomy or a combination of both to obtain the best results. | | | Since the vein is not removed or stripped, patients have no swelling, bruising or pain. |
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http://www.capital.net/com/vein
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| | Vein Treatment |
| | Approximately 70% of all patients with varicose veins have parents with the same condition. | | | In some cases, however, the diseased vein may be deeper in the body and not visible through the skin. | | | Your doctor may use duplex ultrasound to assess the venous anatomy, vein valve function, and venous blood flow changes, which can assist in diagnosing venous insufficiency. |
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http://www.hopkinscosmetic.com/COS/Patient/Procuedures/veintreatment.asp
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| | Varicose Vein Treatment |
| | In addition, varicose veins may be complicated by peripheral edema due to venous insufficiency, hemorrhage, thrombophlebitis, venous ulceration, and chronic skin changes. | | | Incompetence of the saphenous vein(s) to be treated is demonstrated | | | For example, based on physician assessment (observation and foot volumetric measurements), only 5% of the sclerotherapy group were considered cured after 5 years, compared to 10% in the ligation and sclerotherapy group and 60% in the ligation and stripping group. |
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http://www.regence.com/trgmedpol/surgery/sur104.html
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| | Varicosity - Vein Treatment |
| | A technique for treating greater saphenous vein reflux is endovenous laser ablation. | | | During endovenous ablation, a tiny laser fiber is delivered to the inside of the saphenous vein via a small needle. | | | In some instances, a surgical stripping technique is used to treat large varicose veins. |
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http://www.altru.org/serviceslocations/varicosity.htm
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| | MD Laser, Skin, and Vein Institute - Varicose and Spider Veins |
| | Unwanted veins may be treated using six methods: surgery (Ambulatory Phlebectomy), radio-wave vein shrinkage(Closure), endovenous laser therapy, sclerotherapy, laser (Vasculight, CoolTouch Varia, and Photogenica V-Star), and intense pulsed light (laser-like)(Photoderm). | | | Intense pulsed light (PhotodermTM) is a non-invasive technique used for treatment of smaller spider veins. | | | You may call the office for a copy or view online their patient education videotape, which gives a more detailed explanation of the techniques discussed here. |
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http://www.dabaltimore.com/veins/main.html
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| | Vein Removal, Varicose Veins, Spider Veins |
| | Unlike spider veins, varicose veins can be harmful to the patient because they are sometimes associated with specific medical conditions such as Phlebitis (inflamed tender vein), Thrombosis (a blood clot in the vein) or Venous Stasis Ulcers (open sores from inadequate tissue oxygen and fluid retention). | | | The removal of spider and small varicose veins by laser therapy is safe, effective and non-surgical. | | | This can lead to pain and swelling in the leg. |
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http://www.vein-lasers.com/about_vein_laser.html
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| | Online varicose vein surgery. Laser spider vein removal and help with bulging veins |
| | Fortunately, there is a new technique that has revolutionalized vein treatment. | | | Laser therapy utilizes a monochromatic light source that shines through the skin and causes the vein to collapse. | | | The procedure is associated with very little pain and the patient may return to work the next day. |
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http://www.varicose-vein.info/treatment.html
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| | Laser Vein Treatment and cures for Spider Veins, Varicose Veins, Leg Ulcers |
| | This results in chronic venous insufficiency symptoms of the leg; swelling, pain, prominent varicose veins, skin discoloration, and eventually ulceration. | | | In this procedure a small diameter laser filament is inserted into the vein through a needle puncture. | | | Left untreated, this can result in swelling or edema, skin thickening and discoloration and painful debilitating leg ulcers. |
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http://circulatorycenter.com/vein_treatment/faq.cfm
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| | Deep Vein Thrombosis - All Sections (printer-friendly) |
| | Increased warmth in the area of the leg that is swollen or in pain. | | | Several types of medicine may be used to treat and/or prevent deep vein thrombosis: | | | Vena cava filters are used when you can’t take medicines to thin your blood, or when you are taking blood thinners but continue to develop clots anyway. |
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http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/dci/Diseases/Dvt/DVT_All.html
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| | Retinal Vein Occlusion |
| | This condition, which is called a macular pucker or an epiretinal membrane may result in distorted vision (metamorphopsia) which is not improved with laser treatment. | | | This treatment, while important in helping to prevent further visual loss, is not usually associated with improvement in vision. | | | This office will refer patients to their internist or Family practice physicians for the appropriate medical testing and evaluations. |
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http://www.avclinic.com/retinal_vein_occlusion.htm
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| | Subclavian Vein: |
| | The effects of variation in shoulder position on the relationship between the clavicle and the subclavian vein have recently been elegantly analysed by Tan et al | | | In particular, the effect of changes in shoulder position must be understood. | | | Tripp HF, Bolton JW Phrenic nerve injury following cardiac surgery: a review. |
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| | Vein ligation and stripping |
| | Varicose vein surgery has the same risks associated with general surgery, including infection, bleeding, and anesthesia risks. | | | You want to get rid of varicose veins for cosmetic reasons and don't have other health problems that would make surgery more risky. | | | In most cases a blood vessel from the chest (mammary artery) can be used during heart bypass surgery instead of the GSV. |
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http://www.webmd.com/hw/health_guide_atoz/hw113736.asp
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| | Retinal Vein Occlusion- Health Encyclopedia and Reference |
| | There is no other treatment, although complications, such as overgrowth of new blood vessels, may be halted through coagulation with a laser. | | | You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. | | | All of these approaches have generally been disappointing. |
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| | Fujitsu Announces Global Launch of its Contactless Palm Vein Authentication Technology : FUJITSU |
| | Such features of Fujitsu's palm vein authentication overcome these technical issues and hygiene issues which are often of concern when using alternative biometric authentication methods, such as fingerprint biometric authentication. | | | Global market research conducted by Fujitsu indicates that as in Japan, there is growing demand and great interest worldwide, ranging from governmental and private sectors to personal use, for Fujitsu’s contactless palm vein authentication technology. | | | Difficult to forge since biometric source is internal within the body |
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http://www.fujitsu.com/global/news/pr/archives/month/2005/20050630-01.html
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| | American College of Phlebology : Information for Patients : Frequently Asked Questions |
| | Without treatment of the venous disease, the skin may breakdown and bleeding may occur. | | | The venous duplex examination permits your phlebologist to see the anatomy and check the flow characteristics of the veins beneath your skin. | | | Most patients do not experience any complications from sclerotherapy. |
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http://www.phlebology.org/index.cfm?sector=patients&page=faq&b=ip
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| | Vein Stripping |
| | Though the GSV is present in the other leg (providing the stripping is not performed on both legs) and other vessels are available for bypass should they be needed, we feel this is a major disadvantage as the GSV may usually be spared utilizing other techniques. | | | Post-operative pain is moderate, the cost is several times that of other procedures (including out of pocket expenses such as time off of work), and recovery time is significant with this procedure. | | | Once the patient is cleared post-operatively, treatment options for any remaining varicose or spider veins may be discussed. |
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http://www.the-vein-center.com/vein_stripping.htm
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| | Deep vein thrombosis - DVT blood clot symptoms and treatment |
| | The body is able to gradually break down the clot and there are no long-term effects. | | | It may cause chest pain and shortness of breath. | | | This can result in pain, swelling and ulcers on the leg. |
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http://hcd2.bupa.co.uk/fact_sheets/mosby_factsheets/Deep_Vein_Thrombosis.html
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| | Welcome to the Skin & Vein Center |
| | With 4 offices in Michigan, the Skin and Vein Center is proud to offer both men and women the most advanced techniques in cosmetic and laser surgery, vein treatments, skin care and general dermatology. | | | Our ability to satisfy our patients' skin, health and beauty goals begins with us earning their confidence and trust. | | | But don't take our word for it: come and see for yourself! |
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| | Retinal vein occlusion |
| | Following a vein occlusion, the primary concern is to treat the secondary complications. | | | Luke's Retina Institute provides this on-line information for educational and communication purposes only and it should not be construed as personal medical advice. | | | Fluorescein angiography may be performed in some cases to study the circulation of the retina and to determine the extent of macular edema or swelling. |
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http://www.theretinasource.com/conditions/vein_occlusion.htm
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| | varicose vein - Columbia Encyclopedia article about varicose vein |
| | Varicose veins may now also be treated without removing them through an endoscopic surgical procedure that uses the heat produced by radio waves or a laser to seal off the veins. | | | The Mutiny of the Mavericks by Kipling, Rudyard View in context | | | In severe cases surgical treatment may be necessary. |
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http://columbia.thefreedictionary.com/varicose+vein
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| | Portal Vein Thrombosis: Blood Vessel Disorders of the Liver: Merck Manual Home Edition |
| | Sometimes, instead of surgery, a radiologist can connect the hepatic venous system to the portal vein by passing a needle through the skin and directly into the liver; guide wires and catheters are then inserted through the needle and used to create a shunt. | | | A doctor can feel an enlarged spleen, which may be tender. | | | Portal vein thrombosis can be caused by any blood clotting disorder or by any condition that backs up blood in the portal vein, such as Budd-Chiari syndrome, chronic heart failure (see Heart Failure), or chronic constrictive pericarditis (see Pericardial Disease: Chronic Pericarditis). |
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| | Advanced Vein Care for Varicose Vein Treatment. Orange County, Californa Varicose Vein treatment from medical ... |
| | LES-Vein© is an innovative treatment that practically eliminates the need for older surgical treatments for varicose veins. | | | With a 97% success rate, our advanced techniques enable patients to realize the best possible results. | | | The LES-Vein© Procedure, sometimes referred to as Endovenous Laser Treatment and 'EVLT', is done in the doctor’s office on an outpatient basis with the use of a local anesthetic. |
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| | Vein Removal by Laser |
| | This method is often used to treat varicose veins that are too large to be treated with sclerotherapy. | | | A treatment can involve up to as many as 100 injections per session. | | | The smaller spider veins are then treated with sclerotherapy. |
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http://www.vein-lasers.com/vein_laser_other_methods.html
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| | Varicose Vein Education Vein Stripping |
| | Vein stripping is an invasive procedure and should not be performed on older individuals for whom surgery poses a risk due to other medical conditions. | | | Some common side effects from vein stripping and ligation surgery may include temporary pain or discomfort, bruising, hematoma, numbness, and less frequently wound infection. | | | It is also not an appropriate choice for people who have circulatory problems of the legs, skin infections, blood-clotting defects or an abnormal passageway between and artery and vein. |
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http://veins.nu/veinstripping
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| | Retinal vein occlusion |
| | RVO may be categorized by the anatomy of the occluded vein and the degree of ischemia produced. | | | CRVO has been diagnosed in patients as young as nine months to patients of 90 years. | | | The treatment for retinal vein occlusion varies for each case and should be given based on the doctor's best recommendation. |
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http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/ency/retinal_vein_occlusion.jsp
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| | Portal Vein Bypass aHealthyAdvantage |
| | Portal pressure can also be reduced in a procedure called transvenous intrahepatic portosystemic shunt (TIPS). | | | Under these conditions, half the patients may not survive the operation. | | | Portal vein bypass surgery is high risk because it is performed on patients who are generally in poor health. |
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| | Technorati Tag: vein |
| | Our CoolGlide laser vein removal system allows us to treat a wide range of aesthetic vascular conditions, including facial telangiectasias as well as... | | | Alternative Treatment of Varicose Veins Learn more about the Vnus closure procedure; an alternative in the treatment of Varicose Veins. | | | Our CoolGlide system allows us to treat a wide range of aesthetic vascular conditions, including spider veins and reticular leg veins. |
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| | Designed by The Maxim Agency, LLC |
| | We utilize the latest, state-of-the-art surgical and non-surgical techniques to treat vein disease. | | | In actual fact, even patients with very severe vein disease and ulcerations can be effectively treated. | | | Varicose veins cause troublesome symptoms such as leg pain, aching, itching, throbbing, fatigue, swelling, nighttime muscle cramps, and even Restless Leg Syndrome. |
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| | Laparoscopy.com - SAPHENOUS VEIN HARVESTING |
| | This procedure is not free of wound complications such as erythema skin reaction, skin necrosis, wound infection (20%) and significant post operative pain. | | | The saphenous vein is usually the conduit of choice to bypass arterial blockages, to perform arterial bypass grafts and cardiac procedures. | | | A scope is inserted proximal and the isolated saphenous vein is clearly identified. |
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| | Varicose Vein Surgery |
| | If both legs need to be stripped, either a general anaesthetic (to put you to sleep) or spinal anaesthetic (to numb the legs) is given. | | | Follow-up 1 week after surgery with Dr. MacDonald, the referring physician, or your own physician, whichever is most convenient for you. | | | This is done when the groin valve is leaking and the Greater Saphenous Vein is varicose. |
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| | What Is Deep Vein Thrombosis? |
| | Surgeons, for example, are always on the lookout for DVT following surgery. | | | Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition in which blood clots form in a vein deep within the body. | | | It is a dangerous condition because the clot may become dislodged from the vein and travel inside the vein all the way to the lung, where it may get trapped and block a vessel in the lung. |
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| | Renal vein thrombosis |
| | "Vascular Diseases of Acute Onset: Renal Vein Thrombosis." In The Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy. | | | Anticoagulant medications are usually prescribed to prevent clots from recurring. | | | Onset of the disorder can be rapid (acute) or gradual. |
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| | Vein - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia |
| | The precise location of veins is much more variable from person to person than that of arteries. | | | Catheters can be threaded into the superior vena cava for these uses: if long term use is thought to be needed, a more permanent access point can be inserted surgically. | | | Veins are used medically as points of access to the blood stream, permitting the withdrawal of blood specimens (venipuncture) for testing purposes, and enabling the infusion of fluid, electrolytes, nutrition, and medications. |
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| | VEIN About: Main index |
| | VEIN is of particular relevance to professionals based in Australasia. | | | VEIN is an initiative of the University of Sydney Library, Faculty of Veterinary Science, Post Graduate Foundation in Veterinary Science and Veterinary Science Foundation. | | | VEIN is an information service for veterinary and animal scientists, and allied animal health professionals, with a focus on access to high quality information and lifelong learning in the 21st Century knowledge economy. |
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| | Subclavian vein - encyclopedia article about Subclavian vein. |
| | The left and right brachiocephalic veins or innominate veins in the upper chest are formed by the union of each corresponding internal jugular vein and subclavian vein. | | | This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional. | | | Its origin is at the lower margin of the teres major muscle and a continuation of the brachial vein. |
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| | VII. The Veins. 3b. The Veins of the Head and Neck. Gray, Henry. 1918. Anatomy of the Human Body. |
| | The veins of the head and neck may be subdivided into three groups: (1) The veins of the exterior of the head and face. | | | facialis posterior; temporomaxillary vein), formed by the union of the superficial temporal and internal maxillary veins, descends in the substance of the parotid gland, superficial to the external carotid artery but beneath the facial nerve, between the ramus of the mandible and the Sternocleidomastoideus muscle. | | | This plexus communicates freely with the anterior facial vein; it also communicates with the cavernous sinus, by branches through the foramen Vesalii, foramen ovale, and foramen lacerum. |
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| | Levitated Main Vein Macromedia Flash open source |
| | This main vein is kept in view by adjusting the x and y position of the stage on which it grows. | | | To keep things reasonable, a limit of 200 individual limbs are allowed to be on stage at any given time. | | | Recursive growth is limited such that there is only one vein segment capable of producing offshoots at any given time. |
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| | Large Vein |
| | These slides have a section through one of the large veins of the body, such as the vena cava. | | | Sometimes you may see a valve in a large vein and if one is visible, see if you can identify the lining cells (endothelium) and its underlying connective tissue. | | | Functionality plays a role in why there is not a lot of smooth muscle or a large tunica media needed in the vein but necessary in the artery. |
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http://www3.umdnj.edu/histsweb/lab7/lab7largevein.html
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| | Criminals From the Neck Up |
| | Distracted, unaware of anything but the pounding of my lust, my hand has found her clitoris, has worked her to an orgasm, not because I want her to release, but because it makes her blood course faster. | | | And see, in my mind, the vein of my penis looped about her neck. | | | Until she sees the absence of MY vein. |
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| | Vein |
| | The creations Vein pumps out reminds one of what Nine Inch Nails tried to accomplish. | | | You won't find this music playing at most American clubs just yet, but once DJs manage to get their hands on this, the entropy in clubs will increase by a factor of ten. | | | With crass vocals on top of an oppressive breaking beat, or with dissonance resonating from one ear to the next as super-slick synth lines play with your perceptions, Vein manages to create an air of beauty in a room full of audible smoke. |
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| | Definition of vein - Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary |
| | 4 : something suggesting veins (as in reticulation); specifically : a wavy variegation (as in marble) | | | For More Information on "vein" go to Britannica.com | | | Get the Top 10 Search Results for "vein" |
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