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What is a risk factor for varicose veins?
What is a risk factor for varicose veins?
- Old age (correct)
- Low fat diet
- Cold weather
- Regular exercise
What can lead to the formation of collateral blood vessels in the legs?
What can lead to the formation of collateral blood vessels in the legs?
- Proper functioning of saphenous veins
- Lack of physical activity
- Left untreated varicose veins (correct)
- High oxygen levels in the blood
What can inadequate venous return over a long period lead to?
What can inadequate venous return over a long period lead to?
- Remodeling of the skin (correct)
- Increased metabolic waste removal
- Lower infection risk
- Venous hypertension
What is the main reason for the more frequent occurrence of thromboembolus in veins than in arteries?
What is the main reason for the more frequent occurrence of thromboembolus in veins than in arteries?
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Which condition has a 100% likelihood of developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT) without any preventative measures?
Which condition has a 100% likelihood of developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT) without any preventative measures?
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What is the consequence of significant obstruction in a vein due to thrombus formation?
What is the consequence of significant obstruction in a vein due to thrombus formation?
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What are the common manifestations of thromboembolus in veins?
What are the common manifestations of thromboembolus in veins?
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