Phlebology

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Regarding: Endovenous treatment for varicose veins of the lower limbs: Comparative histological evaluation of different techniques	57
Improving venous symptoms in C0s-C1s patients after multicomponent diosmin-based preparation: Initial experience	31
Pregnancy outcomes in 16 women with previous catheter-directed thrombolysis and stenting for acute left iliofemoral deep vein thrombosis	28
The trends in venous thromboembolism occurrence and prevention after minimally invasive varicose vein surgery	27
Compression versus no compression after endovenous radiofrequency ablation: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials	19
Transdermal radiofrequency (V ERASER®) plus polidocanol sclerotherapy versus polidocanol sclerotherapy alone for the treatment of reticular veins and telangiectasias. A	18
Efficacy and safety of short-term rivaroxaban prophylaxis after radiofrequency ablation for varicose veins: A single-centre randomised controlled trial	14
Ultrasound-guided percutaneous laser ablation of tributary varicose veins using a slim-type radial fiber	13
Accuracy of transvaginal duplex ultrasound compared to catheter venography for the identification of pelvic vein incompetence	13
The influence of different sub-bandage pressure values in the prevention of recurrence of venous ulceration—A ten year follow-up	12
Effects of leg compression and calf muscle contraction by active ankle motion on venous hemodynamics in sitting individuals	12
Relationship between great saphenous vein recanalization, venous symptoms reappearance, and varicose veins recurrence rates after endovenous radiofrequency ablation	12
Risk of recurrent thromboembolic events according to treatment duration in patients with superficial vein thrombosis treated with intermediate dose of tinzaparin	10
A readability analysis of patient education materials about chronic venous disease provided by professional vascular societies	10
Assessment of skin and associated soft tissue changes with ultrasonography in chronic venous disease	9
Selected phlebological abstracts	9
Evaluation of clinical and ultrasonographic prognostic factors for detection of iliac venous obstructions in patients with advanced chronic venous insufficiency	9
Comparison of gait parameters, functionality and health status in patients with lower extremity lymphedema and healthy controls	9
Improvement in chronic pelvic pain, orthostatic intolerance and interstitial cystitis symptoms after treatment of pelvic vein insufficiency	9
Selected Phlebological Abstracts	9
Author Index	9
Selected phlebological abstracts	9
Quality of life after stenting for chronic iliocaval obstruction	8
Modification of protocol with one extra drop of endovascular cyanoacrylate improved closure rates in incompetent great saphenous veins	8
Detection and quantitation of venous leg edema with the edema ruler and ultrasound	8

Safety of synchronous prophylactic ablation of the anterior saphenous vein in patients undergoing great saphenous vein thermal ablation– 6 months follow-up data of the SYNCHRONOUS study	8
Low concentration of sodium tetradecyl sulfate and hypertonic glucose solution for the treatment of telangiectasia: A prospective randomized clinical trial	8
Biological autologous excised varicose vein dressing compared to conservative dressing on the ulcer bed during endovenous ablation	7
Abstracts for the American Vein and Lymphatic Society (AVLS), 35th Annual Congress, Abstracts, 7–10 October, 2021, Denver, Colorado	7
The diverse technical choices during the implantation of the totally implantable venous access ports: A review	7
Factors limiting women’s adherence to venous thromboembolism prophylaxis after cesarean section in the Gaza Strip: A cross-sectional study	7
Selected phlebological abstracts	7
Analysis of the postoperative hemodynamic changes in varicose vein surgery related with small saphenous vein reflux	6
Physical activity levels in patients with chronic venous insufficiency	6
Therapeutic efficacy of the polidocanol versus pingyangmycin in the treatment of maxillofacial vascular disorders	6
Randomized, double-blind clinical trial comparing the healing of stasis ulcers in lower limbs with standard hydrocolloid gel dressings and with dressings with Syzygium cumini extract	6
Direct oral anticoagulants for deep vein thrombosis among patients with hereditary thrombophilia—A cohort study	6
Reply of letter to the editor: Assessment and grading of pigmentation in chronic venous insufficiency in Phlebology 2020	6
The sonographic features of lymph node venous networks and flow patterns in patients with primary chronic venous disease	6
Saphenous vein aneurysms characterization and treatment: A 36-year single center experience	6
Phenotype and function of smooth muscle cells derived from the human normal great saphenous vein in response to hypoxia	6
Prevalence and risk factors of hospital acquired venous thromboembolism	6
Association between cardiac conditions with venous leg ulcers in patients with chronic venous insufficiency	5
Dermatophlebology: Understanding dermal responses to venous disease	5
Decreased mobility, lack of social support, haemosiderosis and use of antidepressant medications may predict recurrent venous leg ulcers within 12 months of healing: A prospective longitudinal study	5
The role of alpha-1-antitrypsin in the etiopathogenesis of chronic venous disease: A prospective clinical trial	5
Selected phlebological abstracts	5
Action of high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) ablation on the venous wall: Histopathological analysis, insights, and perspectives	5
Recovery and patient satisfaction following radiofrequency ablation and concomitant foam sclerotherapy of varicose veins with and without compression: A randomized controlled non-inferiority trial	5
Diameter-reflux relationship of the saphenous vein in the C0–C3 patients of chronic venous disease	5
Tailoring superficial venous interventions to gender	5
Leg volume reduction during tiptoe movement is caused by venous ejection and calf muscle contraction	5
Allergic contact dermatitis caused by n-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate in VenaBlock vein glue	5
Post-treatment course of acute lipodermatosclerosis	5
A surge of interest: Analysing the increased public interest in lipedema using google trends	5
Authors Reply: Chronic venous disease, platelet and haemostatic abnormalities contribute to the pathogenesis of pigmented purpuric dermatoses	5
Michel Perrin Memorial	5
Improving thromboprophylaxis in the medical inpatients: The role of the resident in an academic hospital	5
Tributary treatment: Foam or phlebectomy?	5
Management of recurrent varicose veins: Redo open surgery versus endovascular approaches	5
Antithrombotic therapies for patients with acute iliofemoral deep vein thrombosis following endovenous recanalization: A single-center study and literature review	5
Selected phlebological abstracts	4
Selected phlebological abstracts	4
Effectiveness of the different components of complex decongestive therapy in patients with chronic venous insufficiency: A systematic review	4
Interventional treatment for acute iliofemoral deep venous thrombosis	4
A retrospective study on the diagnostic value of ultrasonography for primary vascular leiomyosarcoma misdiagnosed as deep vein thrombosis	4
Reducing tumescent anesthetic injection pain by topical anesthesia pretreatment among patients undergoing endovenous radiofrequency ablation of varicose veins: A double-blind randomized controlled tri	4
The role of D-dimer and fibrinogen testing in catheter-directed thrombolysis with urokinase for deep venous thrombosis	4
Histopathological analysis of vascular malformations	4
Biomarkers and the post-thrombotic syndrome: A systematic review of biomarkers associated with the occurrence of the post-thrombotic syndrome after lower extremity deep venous thrombosis	4
Prevention of saphenous nerve injury after below-knee laser ablation of incompetent great saphenous veins: A trial of two-step ablation and an early result	4
Earth’s gravity field and prevalence of varicose veins and chronic venous disease: Systematic review	4
Development of lower leg edema in the late afternoon may be associated with decreased blood flow in the leg in women in the luteal phase	4
Correlation between reflux time and venous clinical severity score in patients undergoing saphenous vein ablation: A prospective study	4
Obituary Prof. Partsch for Phlebology J	4

Selected phlebological abstracts	4
Which dose of calcium dobesilate is more effective and safe in chronic venous insufficiency? Multicenter retrospective clinical trial	4
Management of the patient with the swollen lower limb	4
Performance of an adjustable compression wrap in occupational leg swelling	4
Radiofrequency ablation of the great saphenous vein; does the choice of monopolar or bipolar catheters affect outcomes?	4
Analysis of the effects of different health education methods on improving knowledge, skills, and patient-reported outcomes in patients with lower limb varicose veins	3
Bidirectional perforators in the lower limb are not physiologically normal: A brief commentary	3
Selected phlebological abstracts	3
CHIVA for dummies	3
Corrigendum to “Professor Kenneth Arthur Myers MS, FRACS, FACS, DDU (Vasc), 14th February 1935–3rd March 2021”	3
Patterns of reflux in patients with CEAP C2 disease compared to patients with C6 venous ulceration	3
Selected phlebological abstracts	3
VenaBlock® and VenaSeal® class III cyanoacrylate products are effective and safe in varicose vein treatment	3
Role of veno-active drugs after endovenous therapy: A systematic review of the current literature	3
Compression therapy in the management of varicose veins	3
Thanks to reviewers	3
Association between varicose vein and atrial fibrillation—a population-based study in Taiwan	3
Biomechanical alterations in lower limb lymphedema: Implications for walking ability and rehabilitation	3
Midterm outcomes (2 years) using the Venovo™ and Sinus Obliquus™ venous stents in the treatment of non-thrombotic and post-thrombotic iliac vein lesions – Results from a multi-centre Asian cohort	3
Unveiling global interest in lymphedema: A decade of search data through google trends global interest in lymphedema: A google trends analysis	3
A modified Delphi process to form an expert consensus in Ireland on the essential information to be included in shared decision making for varicose vein surgery	3
Third generation of laser (>1900) for endovenous thermoablation (EVLA) of varicose veins: A systematic review and meta-analysis	3
1% polidocanol endovenous microfoam (Varithena TM ) for the treatment of chronic venous disease: A position statement from the American vein and lymphatic society	3
Qualitative assessment of available online patient resources for pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis	3
Endovenous welding: Basics and 5-year experience in the use of automatic thermal ablation in the treatment of patients with chronic vein diseases	3
The study on the relationship between venous ulcer and ankle joint range of motion using ultrasound	3
Venous hemodynamics in active and passive calf movements in healthy adults	3
Pilot targeted treatment of enlarged supratrochlear vein of the forehead with 1320 nm endovenous laser ablation	3
Breaking the cycle: Addressing the drucebo effect in lymphedema care	3
A new method of monitoring catheter-directed thrombolysis for deep venous thrombosis—application of D-dimer and fibrinogen testing	3
Effect of pneumatic compression device and stocking use on symptoms and quality of life in women with lipedema: A proof-in-principle randomized trial	3
Standardizing practice patterns for venous insufficiency ultrasound	2
Efficacy of ultrasound in the evaluation of iliac vein stenting	2
Ultrasound patterns of venous disease in patients with venous leg ulcers and morbid obesity	2
The relationship between inspiratory muscle strength, venous refilling time, disease severity, and functional capacity in patients with chronic venous insufficiency	2
Atrial fibrillation and peripheral varicose vein: Where is the connection?	2
Localised intravascular coagulation complicating venous malformations: Clinical characterisation	2
Selected phlebological abstracts	2
Clinical observations in treatment of lower extremity varicose veins with trigger points acupuncture	2
Selected phlebological abstracts	2
Computed tomography pulmonary angiography for detection of pulmonary embolisms in Chinese patients	2
Assessment of lower extremity venous insufficiency and lipedema and their association with knee symptoms, functions, and quality of life in patients with knee osteoarthritis	2
Comparison of one-year outcomes and quality of life between radiofrequency ablation and microwave ablation in the treatment of lower extremity varicose veins: A retrospective cohort study	2
The impact of ankle movements on venous return flow: A comparative study	2
The impact of invasive treatment of superficial venous insufficiency of the lower extremities on cardiac functions	2
Effects of different exercise methods of calf muscles on the hemodynamics of lower extremity vein	2
Selected phlebological abstracts	2
Quantifying superficial vein morphology with near-infrared imaging during venous congestion	2
Comparison of cyanoacrylate closure and radiofrequency ablation for the treatment of small saphenous veins	2
Comparative analysis of the efficacy and safety of different methods for injecting polidocanol in the treatment of venous malformations	2
Early results of cyanoacrylate adhesive ablation versus laser ablation for the treatment of great saphenous vein insufficiency in the Chinese mainland population	2
Cyanoacrylate venous closure – Untold story or unjustified alarm?	2
Monocentric prospective study to valid multidisciplinary diagnostic and therapeutic approach for Nutcracker syndrome	2
A comparison of patient-reported outcome measures following technical success and technical failure in the treatment of great saphenous vein incompetence using ClariVein: A subanalysis of a multicente	2
Skin necrosis following sclerotherapy. Part 1: Differential diagnosis based on classification of pathogenic mechanisms	2
The risk of muscle involvement in focal venous malformations in children	2
Authors’ reply: An online survey of pelvic congestion support group members regarding comorbid symptoms and syndromes	2
A novel view to varicose veins pathogenesis: Proteomic profiling suggests a pivotal role of extracellular matrix degradation	2
Superficial vein thrombosis: State of art. A review	2
Implementation of a varicose vein module added to Swedvasc, the Swedish National Registry for vascular surgery	2
Cerebrospinal venous obstruction and breast cancer: A pilot study	2
Selected Phlebological Abstracts	2
Selected Phlebological Abstracts	2
Selected phlebological abstracts	2
Long-term results and predictors of failure after mechanochemical endovenous ablation in the treatment of primary great saphenous vein incompetence	2
The anterior saphenous vein. Part 4. Clinical and technical considerations in treatment. Endorsed by the American Vein and Lymphatic Society, the American Venous Forum, and the International Union of	2
The efficacy of aspirin compared to low molecular weight heparin as thromboprophylaxis after orthopedic surgery: A systematic review and meta-analysis	2
Selected phlebological abstracts	2
Current state of education in venous diseases within vascular surgery training programs in Italy: A national web-based survey among residents	2
Study on the correlation between high density lipoprotein and lower extremities deep venous thrombosis in patients undergoing hip arthroplasty	2
Improvement of quality of life in women ≤ 25-years-old with chronic pelvic pain following stenting of nonthrombotic iliac vein compression	2
Selected phlebological abstracts	1
Calf extra-Fascial compartment area affects calf muscle pumping action: an air plethysmography and computed tomography study	1
Spermatic vein sclero-embolization through basilic vein access: A short communication	1
Transparietal diffusion of polidocanol: Potential complication of sclerotherapy?	1
Prevalence of left iliac vein compression in an asymptomatic population and patients with left iliofemoral deep vein thrombosis: A multicenter cross-sectional study in southern China	1
Cyanoacrylate glue is an effective alternative in chronic venous insufficiency	1
Unveiling kinesiophobia: A hidden challenge in women with lipedema	1
Revealing the origin of postsclerotherapy hyperpigmentation: Identification of melanin and hemosiderin as causative pigments in a histopathological study	1
Correlation between popliteal vein functional diameter and the severity of chronic venous disease	1

Rebranding CHIVA	1
Application of preoperative ultrasound combined with indocyanine green lymphography in lymphaticovenular anastomosis of the lower limb-A retrospective study research	1
Optimal thromboprophylaxis following superficial endovenous treatment: What is it?	1
Use of a novel Likert scale instrument to assess patient satisfaction following endovascular and surgical treatment of pelvic venous disorders	1
Views of inpatients on the prevention of venous thrombosis with ankle pump exercise: A cross-sectional survey	1
Is the weight-bearing lunge test a better tool for assessing ankle mobility in chronic venous insufficiency? A reliability and validity study	1
The clinical and economic impact of chronic venous insufficiency-associated lymphedema and the prevalence of persistent edema after venous intervention	1
High intensity focused ultrasound in treating incompetent perforator veins	1
Compression therapy after endovenous laser ablation: Patient compliance and impact on clinical outcome	1
3D printing personalized guide plate in the management of recurrent intramuscular venous malformations: A single center experience	1
Quality of YouTube® videos on thrombolysis and thrombectomy for deep venous thrombosis	1
Selected phlebological abstracts	1
Effectiveness and safety of the direct oral anticoagulant in acute distal deep vein thrombosis: From the prospective multicenter observational study, J’xactly, in Japan	1
Barriers and factors associated with physical activity in patients with chronic venous insufficiency	1
Selecting appropriate compression for lymphedema patients: American Vein and Lymphatic Society position statement	1
Age-related risk factors and manifestations in deep venous thrombosis	1
Selected phlebological abstracts	1
Treatment of venous malformations with tumescent-assisted sclero-embolic and ablative lasers (SEALs): Safe and effective long-term outcomes	1
Mid-term results of cyanoacrylate closure for the treatment of incompetent great and small saphenous veins: Findings from a Japanese prospective consecutive multi-center registry: Mid-term results of	1
Retrospective chart review of venous thromboembolism incidence and management in rural patients undergoing varicose vein treatment	1
Factors influencing the extent of contralateral iliac vein orifice overlap by iliac vein stents	1
Different modes of ankle pump exercise to prevent PICC-related thrombosis through femoral vein	1
Selected phlebological abstracts	1
Lipedema awareness and knowledge level among medical doctors in Turkey: A cross-sectional study highlighting the diagnosis and treatment gap	1
Thermal imaging as a diagnostic tool for superficial venous insufficiency – a systematic review	1
Chronic venous insufficiency as an independent risk factor for coronary artery disease: Evidence from coronary artery calcium score analysis	1
Effectiveness and safety of detachable fibered coils as a single therapy for embolization in venous origin chronic pelvic pain	1
The anterior saphenous vein. Part 3. Systematic review of the literature and payor coverage policies. Endorsed by the American Vein and Lymphatic Society, the American Venous Forum and the Internation	1
Retrospective evaluation of the results of ultrasound-accelerated catheter-directed tombolysis in acute-subacute pulmonary embolism patients	1
Re: “Modification of protocol with one extra drop of endovascular cyanoacrylate improved closure rates in incompetent great saphenous veins”—time to rethink the instructions for use for VenaSeal™?	1
Selected phlebological abstracts	1
Pilot single-arm study to investigate the efficacy and safety of endovenous Microwave ablations for treatment of varicose veins in Singapore – one year results of the MAESTRO registry	1
The American Venous Forum, American Vein and Lymphatic Society and the Society for Vascular Medicine expert opinion consensus on lymphedema diagnosis and treatment	1
Nonpelvic comorbid symptoms of 45 patients with pain of pelvic venous origin, before and after treatment	1
Author Index	1
Feasibility of incompetent perforator vein excision using stab avulsion	1
Letter to the editor re: Assessment and grading of pigmentation in chronic venous insufficiency	1
Phlebological insole: Can it help in the lymphoedema treatment? A scoping review	1
Nd:Yag laser combined with injection sclerotherapy in the treatment of reticular veins and telangiectasias (CLaCS method): A triple-blind randomized clinical trial comparing two sclerosing agents asso	1
Chiva rebranding or adding new tools?	1
High intensity focused ultrasound in treating great saphenous vein incompetence: Perioperative and 1-year outcomes	1
Effects of multimodal exercise program on edema, pain, exercise capacity, lower extremity muscle strength and function in patients with lipedema	1
Implementation of the graduated compression as an adjunct to pharmaco-thromboprophylaxis in surgery trial results across the UK	1
Selective crossectomy combined with mechanochemical ablation in the treatment of great saphenous vein insufficiency: Early results of a single center experience	1
Indications, contraindications, side effects, general assessment, and outlook for the future: An International Compression Club survey	1
The untold story of cyanoacrylate adhesive closure: Addressing the challenges of reporting and analyzing adverse events in medical device studies	1
Treatment of vascular leg ulcers with leukocyte- and platelet-rich fibrin (L-PRF): A systematic review	1
Treatment of varicose great saphenous vein with endovenous laser alone or combined with eco-guided foam sclerotherapy: A randomized controlled trial	1
Shockwave therapy in lipedema patients: A prospective study	1
A novel pneumatic compression device Pneumasox®; a proof of principle	1
Varicose vein treatment reduces edema not only in the treated legs but also in the entire body	1
The Anterior Saphenous Vein. Part 2. Anatomic considerations in normal and refluxing patients. Endorsed by the American Vein and Lymphatic Society, the American Venous Forum and the International Unio	1
Sclerotherapy: Indications and safety volumes	1
Pelvic congestion syndrome, migraine and dilating venous disease: Interesting but not surprising	1
Causal relationships between COVID-19 and venous thromboembolism: A mendelian randomization analysis	1
Impact of a one-stop rapid access venous ulcer clinic on inpatient admissions	1
Overlooked and neglected aspects in the management of recurrent lower extremity venous insufficiency: Unveiling the significance of the lymphatic venous network	1
Novel treatment approaches for recurrent lower extremity venous insufficiency: Exploring the role of lymph node sclerotherapy	1
Double dosing or one extra drop? In response to Letter to the Editor on our recent article “Modification of protocol with one extra drop of endovascular cyanoacrylate improved closure rates in	1
Authors reply: 899 serious adverse events including 13 deaths, 7 strokes, 211 thromboembolic events, and 482 immune reactions: The untold story of cyanoacrylate adhesive closure	1
Common femoral vein wall thickness measurement by Doppler ultrasonography is an accurate diagnostic test for Behçet’s Disease both in supine and standing positions	1
Efficiency of endovenous laser and glue ablation methods in comparison with conventional surgery for the treatment of venous ulcers	1
An online survey of pelvic congestion support group members regarding comorbid symptoms and syndromes	1
Relationship of the tissue stiffness measured using shear wave elastography with the pain threshold and quality of life of patients with lipedema: A cross-sectional study	1
Selected Phlebological Abstracts	1
Evaluation of anomalies of major veins of the superficial venous system of lower limb in adults on color doppler: An observational study	1
Evolving medical treatment for vascular malformation	0
Venous aneurysms: To treat or not to treat	0
Effect of the timing of iliac vein stent implantation on catheter-directed thrombolysis in acute lower extremity deep venous thrombosis patients with severe iliac vein stenosis: a retrospective study	0
Effects of lower limb muscle strengthening on interface pressure in older adults undergoing inelastic compression: Randomized controlled clinical trial	0
Selected phlebological abstracts	0
The association of the prothrombin A19911G single-nucleotide polymorphism and the risk of venous thromboembolism: A systematic review and meta-analysis	0
May-Thurner syndrome diagnosis and management with concurrent lymphedema	0
Core content for venous and Lymphatic Medicine: 2022 revision	0
899 serious adverse events including 13 deaths, 7 strokes, 211 thromboembolic events, and 482 immune reactions: The untold story of cyanoacrylate adhesive closure	0
Varicose veins as a risk factor for venous thromboembolism in arthroplasty patients: Meta-analysis	0
Review of the literature on the use of contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) in vascular malformations.	0
Assessment of venous disease with different venous disease specific scales in Behçet’s disease patients with deep vein thrombosis	0
A systematic review of current trends in pharmacologic management after stent placement in nonthrombotic iliac vein lesions	0
Ambulatory outpatient venous surgery service: An examination of patient satisfaction and experiences	0
Chronic venous disease of lower limbs in young men at high-altitude: A cross-sectional survey	0
Complication rate with the 1940-nm versus 1470-nm wavelength laser	0
Total energy output from an endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) console does not vary between continuous or pulsed use, despite observed variations	0
Protocol for duplex ultrasound study of the pelvic veins in women	0
The CHIVA in practice: Ready for a bold rebranding?	0
Comparison of the safety and efficacy between endovenous laser ablation and radiofrequency ablation for great saphenous vein incompetence	0
Challenging conventions: Reconsidering the indication for endovenous ablation in CEAP 2 patients	0
Analysis of the efficacy of angiojet percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy combined with catheter-directed thrombolysis versus catheter-directed thrombolysis alone in the treatment of subacute iliofemo	0
Medical compression stockings reduce the symptoms of obesity-associated functional venous insufficiency	0
Impact of static foot disorder and ankle range of motion in chronic venous insufficiency patients	0
Comparative analysis of ChatGPT and Google Gemini in creating patient education materials for lower extremity varicose veins and deep vein thrombosis	0
Glutaraldehyde fixation of venous valve tissue: A benchmark for alternative fixation methods	0
“Comparing sub-bandage pressure and stiffness dynamics in two two-component compression systems for the lower limb: Influence of skill level and partial compression layer addition”	0
Does ablation of non-incompetent veins in the leg reduce recurrence?	0
Comparing anesthesia protocols in high intensity focused ultrasound treatments: The HIFU-pain study	0