Varicose Veins of the Lower Extremities

Dre Sotiria Mastoraki, MD, PhD

Dilated, tortuous veins resulting from venous insufficiency.

Symptoms

  • Heaviness or fatigue in the legs
  • Ankle swelling (edema)
  • Night cramps
  • Itching or burning sensation

Treatment

  • Conservative: Compression stockings, exercise.
  • Modern Treatments: Endovenous Laser Ablation (EVLT), Sclerotherapy, and Aesthetic Phlebectomy.