Why send patients to a vein group as opposed to a surgical group that does arterial and venous work?
Great question. I’m glad you asked. Many vascular surgical groups do fine work in the diagnosis and treatment of peripheral
If my patient only has visible signs of spider veins (according to your CEAP chart) what's the likelihood they may have underlying venous disease?
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