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.