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Which of the following correctly describes varicose veins?
Which of the following correctly describes varicose veins?
- They are characterized by elevated venous pressure leading to incompetence of venous valves. (correct)
- Varicose veins result from ligamentous laxity causing venous reflux into deep veins.
- They are small dilations of superficial veins with a diameter less than 3 mm.
- Varicose veins develop due to increased oxygen supply leading to tissue hypoperfusion.
Which factor is NOT commonly associated with the etiology of chronic venous insufficiency?
Which factor is NOT commonly associated with the etiology of chronic venous insufficiency?
- Regular exercise (correct)
- Smoking
- Obesity
- Pregnancy
What is the primary consequence of varicose veins in the context of chronic venous insufficiency pathophysiology?
What is the primary consequence of varicose veins in the context of chronic venous insufficiency pathophysiology?
- Reduced protein extravasation and leukocyte release
- Decreased blood reflux into superficial veins
- Diminished leakage of plasma proteins
- Inflammation, atrophy, and possibly ulcer formation (correct)
What does a positive Trendelenburg II indicate?
What does a positive Trendelenburg II indicate?
When is Magnetic Resonance Venography (MRV) typically used in chronic venous insufficiency?
When is Magnetic Resonance Venography (MRV) typically used in chronic venous insufficiency?
What is the definite treatment indicated for symptomatic venous disease with a correctable cause of reflux?
What is the definite treatment indicated for symptomatic venous disease with a correctable cause of reflux?
What is the main cause of yellow-brown or red-brown skin pigmentation in women with chronic venous insufficiency?
What is the main cause of yellow-brown or red-brown skin pigmentation in women with chronic venous insufficiency?
Which condition is characterized by white, coin- to palm-sized atrophic plaques on the lower leg?
Which condition is characterized by white, coin- to palm-sized atrophic plaques on the lower leg?
What procedure is used to examine the function of superficial and perforating venous valves?
What procedure is used to examine the function of superficial and perforating venous valves?
What is the primary symptom of lipodermatosclerosis in individuals with chronic venous insufficiency?
What is the primary symptom of lipodermatosclerosis in individuals with chronic venous insufficiency?
