Mustafa Syed DO, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Eli Halpert MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Ronald Mark Dreifuss MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Christopher John Moran MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Describe chronic lower extremity venous insufficiency (CVI). Demonstrate a basic pathophysiologic and epidemiologic understanding. Quantifying CVI. Understanding deep/superficial/perforator venous anatomy & its importance in treatment success. Overview of older, current and novel techniques--their appropriate use in treatment & management of CVI.  

Introduction: Description of venous insufficiency and our role in management as interventional radiologists. Epidemiology: Who is most prone to CVI? Pathophysiology & Anatomy: What are factors that lead to venous insufficiency?  What is the pathophysology? Pertinent discussion of anatomy (with diagrams) Approach to Evaluation & Treatment: CEAP Classification Sonography Discussion of older techniques such as surgical stripping and sclerotherapy. Discussion of newer techniques such as mechanical, chemical and thermal ablation--effectiveness, and appropriate subset of patients. Post-treatment follow-up: Discussion of post-treatment follow-up.   Evaluating success of a therapy. Patient's options in the event of post-treatment failure. Conclusion: Discussion emphasizing the importance of understanding CVI, anatomy, it's morbidity, and great benefit to the patient in the setting of appropriate treatment.  

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Syed, M, Halpert, E, Dreifuss, R, Moran, C, Where We Have Been, Where We Are, and Where We Are Going: History and State of the Art Treatment and Management of Chronic Lower Extremity Venous Insufficiency.  Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14008784.html