Genesis, Pathophysiology and Management of Venous and Lymphatic Disorders

An up-to-date, comprehensive, translational reference on venous diseases and phlebolymphology

N. Radhakrishnan (Author)

9780323884334

Paperback / softback, published 24 January 2022

518 pages, 310 illustrations (300 in full color)
23.5 x 19 x 3.2 cm, 0.84 kg

Genesis, Pathophysiology Management of Venous Diseases is the must-have resource on venous disease. The book bridges the gap between basic science and clinical medicine, covering the history of venous surgery, the lymphatic system and anatomy, pathophysiology of various venous disease, etiology, clinical manifestations and diagnosis, management, and medical and surgical treatment options. It also places attention on genetic studies and pharmacological analysis of various anticoagulants which are widely used in treating venous diseases and deep vein thrombosis and highlights the importance of microscopic venous valves and their pathology in both normal and disease condition.

1. The lymphovenous system
2. Lymphangiogenesis
3. Lymphatic system of the lower limb
4. Diseases of the venous system
5. The pathophysiology of varicose veins of the lower limb
6. Etiology of varicose veins
7. Clinical manifestations
8. Staging of chronic venous disease
9. Management
10. History of the surgical management of varicose veins
11. Contemporary surgical procedures
12. Endovenous laser treatment
13. Radiofrequency ablation
14. Sclerotherapy
15. Modified microfoam sclerotherapy
16. Deep vein thrombosis
17. Anticoagulation in the prevention and treatment of venous thromboembolism
18. Chronic venous ulcer
19. The morbid varicose vein
20. Photographic presentation of venous diseases

Subject Areas: Life sciences: general issues [PSA]