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{"title":"Characterizing the description of pelvic congestion syndrome pain: A latent class analysis.","authors":"Sarah E Patel, Steven R Chesnut","doi":"10.1177/02683555241287672","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/02683555241287672","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>Chronic pelvic pain from pelvic congestion syndrome (PCS) is a complex condition disproportionately affecting women. PCS pain has been described as dull and achy, but emerging research indicates variances in the historical pain depictions. We aimed to identify the groups of pain characteristics experienced by women living with PCS using a latent class analysis and examine their predictive validity on quality of life, pain intensity, and pain management indicators.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A secondary data analysis of cross-sectional survey data collected from 160 participants on a Facebook PCS support group was conducted. After evaluating the original 86 unique pain descriptors endorsed on the McGill Pain Questionnaire, descriptors endorsed by more than 30 participants were retained for analysis (<i>n</i> = 34).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Results from the latent class analysis identified two latent classes: mild but consistent (44.4%) and intense and debilitating (55.6%). Between the two latent classes, there were clear patterns of pain endorsement to indicate that women in the two groups experience PCS pain differently. Compared to the second latent class (intense and debilitating), women in the first latent class (mild but consistent) experienced milder PCS associated pain and reported a significantly higher quality of life, satisfaction with their health, and less interference with sleep quality and sexual desire. Unfortunately, everyday activities (i.e., exercising, urinating, moving, standing, and working) were more likely to increase pain for women in the second latent class.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Diagnosis and treatment of pelvic venous disorders are hindered by outdated evidence on the expected pain depictions. A comprehensive pain profile of PCS is needed to establish the effect on women's lifestyles, quality of life, and mental health.</p>","PeriodicalId":94350,"journal":{"name":"Phlebology","volume":" ","pages":"2683555241287672"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142335875","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"First registry of patients treated with foam sclerotherapy using a new automated microfoam preparation device (2021-2022).","authors":"Enric Roche, Cristina Marqués","doi":"10.1177/02683555241287393","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/02683555241287393","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Objectives:</b> To present results for the use of an automated microfoam preparation system (AMPS) in the treatment of varicose veins in a real-world setting.<b>Method:</b> We performed a descriptive study based on a prospective database of patients treated with foam sclerotherapy between February 2021 and December 2022. Polidocanol foam was prepared using a capsule containing sterile air or a low-nitrogen mix. We recorded volume per session, percentage of sclerosing drug, number of sessions, release of thrombus entrapment, complications, and adverse events. A univariate descriptive analysis was performed using Stata V.16.<b>Results:</b> Over a 23-month period, 185 patients (84.9% women, 15.1% men) underwent 685 sessions. Median age was 51.6 years (range, 16-79 years). Thread veins were the condition treated in 68.9% of sessions, tributaries in 7.2%, and truncal veins in 22.6%. The average volume per session was as follows: thread veins, 8 mL; great saphenous vein (GSV), 6.9 mL; and small saphenous vein (SSV), 4.3 mL. The average drug concentration was as follows: thread veins, 0.18%; GSV, 1.49%; and SSV, 1.63%. The average number of sessions was 3.4 for thread veins, 2 for tributaries, 2.7 for the GSV, and 2.9 for the SSV. The occlusion rate at 15 months was 93.2% (41/43) for the great saphenous vein and 86% (13/15) for the small saphenous vein. We recorded a total of 21 complications (3.1% of sessions), 14 of which were minor complications (2% sessions), and 7 moderate adverse events (1% of sessions).<b>Conclusions:</b> This new device is highly versatile and can be used for preparing foam at all concentrations. It contributes to a high rate of occlusion in saphenous trunks, with a minimal number of sessions required for thread veins indicating that the system is a favorable option in the treatment of venous diseases. Additionally, the low frequency of residual pigmentation may be attributed to the system's ability to tailor the foam concentration to the individual case, thus supporting optimal outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":94350,"journal":{"name":"Phlebology","volume":" ","pages":"2683555241287393"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142335876","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"A surge of interest: Analysing the increased public interest in lipedema using google trends.","authors":"Yakup Erden, Mustafa Hüseyin Temel, Fatih Bağcıer","doi":"10.1177/02683555241286354","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/02683555241286354","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Aim: </strong>This study aimed to monitor public interest in information related to Lipedema and examine potential temporal, seasonal, and income-related trends that may impact public interest.</p><p><strong>Material – methods: </strong>A dataset was created using the Google Trends tool by inputting the keyword \"Lipedema\" to obtain the relative search volume (RSV) from 2004 to the present in the United States (US). To examine potential income-related disparities in public interest in Lipedema across the US, RSV values were recorded in the five states with the highest and the lowest median income (Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Utah, and Washington and Mississippi, West Virginia, Arkansas, New Mexico, Kentucky, respectively).</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Public interest in Lipedema increased significantly over time (R² = 0.693, <i>p</i> < .001 for the linear trend; R² = 0.880, <i>p</i> < .001 for the quadratic trend). There were no significant differences between the RSV values between the month of the year and the season of the year (<i>p</i> = 1.000 and <i>p</i> = .859, respectively). RSV values of the five highest-income and low-income states showed significant increases (R² = 0.333, <i>p</i> < .001, and R² = 0.195, <i>p</i> < .001, respectively) More rapid growth in interest in Lipedema in states with high income compared to the states with low income (<i>p</i> < .001).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Public interest in Lipedema is increasing in both high-income and low-income states. States with higher incomes are more interested. Searches for lipedema are expected to become more frequent, leading to a rising demand for comprehensive education in medical schools and clinician training programs. In addition, there will also be a need for easily accessible, high-quality information resources.</p>","PeriodicalId":94350,"journal":{"name":"Phlebology","volume":" ","pages":"2683555241286354"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142335873","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The profile beyond leg pain: In basis of central sensitization, kinesiophobia, and body awareness in patients with chronic venous disease.","authors":"Zilan Bazancir-Apaydin, Elif Sakizli Erdal, Ilke Keser, Dilek Erer","doi":"10.1177/02683555241286385","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/02683555241286385","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Objective:</b> Leg pain has long been underestimated despite being one of the most important symptoms of chronic venous disease (CVD). Studies investigating leg pain and psychosocial profile in CVD are limited. The study aimed to investigate leg pain, central sensitization, kinesiophobia, and body awareness in patients with CVD. <b>Methods:</b> The ninety-eight patients (80 female, 18 male) diagnosed with CVD were included in the study. The severity of leg pain was evaluated with the Visual Analog Scale (VAS). The patients were assessed with the Central Sensitization Inventory (CSI-A and B) for central sensitization-related symptoms and -positivity, the Body Awareness Questionnaire (BAQ) for body awareness, and the Tampa Kinesiophobia Scale (TKS) for kinesiophobia. The cut-off score was admitted as 41 for TKS. <b>Results:</b> The leg pain (mean (SD) = 4.3 ± 2) and body awareness (mean (SD) = 82.4 ± 22) were moderate levels in patients with CVD. Nearly half of the patients (<i>n</i> = 46, 46.9%) had both central sensitization positivity and elevated kinesiophobia (<i>n</i> = 46, 47%). The CSI was correlated with the VAS (r = 0.32, <i>p</i> = .001), TKS (r = 0.40, <i>p</i> < .001), and BAQ (r = 0.20, <i>p</i> = .048). Significant correlations were determined between Body Mass Index and TKS (r = 0.48, <i>p</i> < .001) and BAQ (r = -0.31, <i>p</i> = .002). Also, the patients with a TKS score ≥41-points had higher CSI-A scores (<i>p</i> = .002) than those with a TKS score< 41. <b>Conclusions:</b> Leg pain, central sensitization, and kinesiophobia are commonly seen in patients with CVD, and central sensitization seems to have a negative effect on leg pain, kinesiophobia, and body awareness. The profile beyond pain should be evaluated in detail, and various rehabilitation strategies need to be developed to manage central sensitization, interoception, kinesiophobia, and weight control in patients with CVD.</p>","PeriodicalId":94350,"journal":{"name":"Phlebology","volume":" ","pages":"2683555241286385"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142309571","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Current state of education in venous diseases within vascular surgery training programs in Italy: A national web-based survey among residents.","authors":"Daniele Bissacco, Chiara Pisani, Paolo Verlato, Edoardo Forcella, Tiziana Aprea, Giulia Baldazzi, Ailin Belloni, Vanessa Di Mauro, Giuseppe Giuffrè, Marianna Mucignat, Michele Greco","doi":"10.1177/02683555241285526","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/02683555241285526","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>To analyze the perception of vascular surgery trainees from Italian schools of Vascular Surgery regarding the level of practical and theoretical education in venous diseases.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>An anonymous electronic survey was sent to Italian vascular surgery residents affiliated with 19 universities, asking about their training and experience in the management of venous diseases. The survey gathered information on the residents' personal and demographic details, their university's teaching program, operative experience in phlebology, as well as their confidence levels in performing various venous procedures, with the goal of analyzing the training and learning programs provided by Italian vascular surgery schools.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The analysis showed that 28% of programs do not include phlebology in the curriculum, and more than 40% of residents are unable to independently perform venous duplex ultrasound or treat venous ulcers. Additionally, most residents (over 70%) have limited weekly exposure to phlebology cases, with only 5% having access to a dedicated phlebology operating room. The vast majority of residents (96%) expressed a strong desire to deepen their knowledge and skills in this field, particularly in areas such as endovascular ablation techniques, venous duplex ultrasound, and management of deep venous disease.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The survey reveals significant limitations in phlebology education and hands-on experience within the current training programs, highlighting the need to standardize and enhance venous disease management education in order to ensure that future vascular surgeons are adequately equipped to provide high-quality care for patients with a wide range of venous disorders.</p>","PeriodicalId":94350,"journal":{"name":"Phlebology","volume":" ","pages":"2683555241285526"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142305468","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Which dose of calcium dobesilate is more effective and safe in chronic venous insufficiency? Multicenter retrospective clinical trial.","authors":"Oguz Arslanturk, Barıs Uymaz, Fatih Gumus","doi":"10.1177/02683555241286367","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/02683555241286367","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objectives: </strong>This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of different dosages of calcium dobesilate in the management of Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) among patients in CEAP classes C3-C4.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A comprehensive multicenter retrospective analysis was conducted, including patients aged 18-70 with CEAP class C3-C4 CVI. Participants were divided into two groups: one receiving 500 mg of calcium dobesilate twice daily and the other 1000 mg twice daily. Patient progress was monitored using the Global Index Score, CIVIC-20 Score, and precise measurements of ankle and calf circumferences over a 12-month period.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The higher dosage group (1000 mg twice daily) showed significant improvements in both symptom relief and edema reduction. Ankle circumference reduced notably at 6 months, while calf circumference and overall quality of life, measured by the Global Index Score, showed significant improvement by 12 months compared to the lower dosage group.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>Higher doses of calcium dobesilate markedly enhance the management of CVI symptoms and reduce edema more effectively than lower doses, particularly in patients with advanced CVI. These findings support the use of higher dosages for optimal treatment, though further research is needed to fully evaluate long-term safety.</p>","PeriodicalId":94350,"journal":{"name":"Phlebology","volume":" ","pages":"2683555241286367"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142305469","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Standardizing practice patterns for venous insufficiency ultrasound.","authors":"Donna Kelly, Sherry Scovell","doi":"10.1177/02683555241276556","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1177/02683555241276556","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>This study aimed to evaluate the variability in practice patterns associated with the performance of duplex ultrasound (DUS) for venous insufficiency.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Sonographers participated in a survey regarding patient positioning and method of augmentation as well as the availability of ergonomic equipment for DUS.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>DUS was performed in RT position by 41% of sonographers versus standing position in 40%. In 18% of laboratories, if the RT position did not demonstrate reflux, the study was repeated in the standing position. An automated cuff inflation device was used as the primary method of augmentation in only 22% of practices.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>There is a lack of standardization for the performance parameters of patient position and method of augmentation in VDU, which may lead to variation in the results between sonographers and institutions.</p>","PeriodicalId":94350,"journal":{"name":"Phlebology","volume":" ","pages":"2683555241276556"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142142278","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Cerebrospinal venous obstruction and breast cancer: A pilot study.","authors":"Paul K Thibault","doi":"10.1177/02683555241250190","DOIUrl":"10.1177/02683555241250190","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Methods: </strong>The venous drainage of the breasts is described and the cerebrospinal venous systems (CSVS) of six patients with treated breast cancer were assessed using duplex ultrasound to measure venous blood volume flows in the neck veins.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>All six patients with breast cancer showed evidence of cerebrospinal venous obstruction (CSVO). Further, all six demonstrated collateral flow in the erect position in the internal jugular vein on the same side as the diagnosed breast cancer.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>There is an indication for a well-designed case-control study using the duplex ultrasound neck vein examination, comparing patients treated for breast cancer with healthy women.</p>","PeriodicalId":94350,"journal":{"name":"Phlebology","volume":" ","pages":"521-526"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140878356","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Application of the Symptoms-Varices-Pathophysiology classification system in patients with pelvic venous disorders.","authors":"Neel Gadhoke, Shreeya Bahethi, Gaurav Lakhanpal, Levan Sulakvelidze, Richard Kennedy, Sanjiv Lakhanpal, Peter J Pappas","doi":"10.1177/02683555241257155","DOIUrl":"10.1177/02683555241257155","url":null,"abstract":"&lt;p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Introduction:&lt;/b&gt; In 2021, the American Vein and Lymphatic Society convened a multi-disciplinary group to develop a valid and reliable discriminative instrument for the classification of patients suffering from pelvic venous disorders (PeVD) referred to as the Symptoms-Varices-Pathophysiology (SVP) system. Limited data exists regarding the utility of this instrument in the care of patients with PeVD. The goal of this investigation is to apply the SVP classification system to a group of patients treated for PeVDs. &lt;b&gt;Methods:&lt;/b&gt; From January 2018 to January 2019, we retrospectively reviewed the records of 70 female patients treated for a PeVD at the Center for Vascular Medicine. Age, race, gender, medical/surgical histories, CEAP classification and intervention types were assessed and patients were categorized according to their SVP classification. The prevalence of each S and V class, their association with gonadal or iliac vein obstructive lesions and the prevalence of lower extremity varicosities was evaluated. &lt;b&gt;Results:&lt;/b&gt; The average age of the entire cohort was 47.4 ± 13.4. The race distribution was as follows: African American (6), Hispanic (1), and Caucasian (63). Of the 140 limbs, 57% were C3 or greater with an average rVCSS score of 4.53. At the time of intervention, 54 patients (77%) demonstrated CEAP class 2 disease or greater with 25 patients (35%) demonstrating lower extremity varicosities. Medical co-morbidities included the following: Endometriosis (&lt;i&gt;n&lt;/i&gt; = 1), Uterine Fibroids (&lt;i&gt;n&lt;/i&gt; = 1), Ovarian cysts (&lt;i&gt;n&lt;/i&gt; = 4), history of venous thrombosis (&lt;i&gt;n&lt;/i&gt; = 2) and prior lower extremity venous procedures (&lt;i&gt;n&lt;/i&gt; = 3). Overall, 47 patients (67.1%) demonstrated S2 disease secondary to dyspareunia, post-coital pain, or dysmenorrhea. S2 alone was observed in 17 patients (24.3%), S2,3a and S2,3a,3b in nine patients each (12.9%), and S2,3b was in 12 patients (17.1%). Thirteen patients presented with isolated extra-pelvic symptoms (19%); four (5.7%) were classified as S3a,3b, and nine (12.9%) were classified as S3b only. Finally, 10 patients (14%) had no pelvic symptoms and thus were classified as S0. V0 disease was observed in 17 patients (24.3%) secondary to a high incidence of iliac vein stenoses (IVS). V1 disease was observed in 1 patient (1.43%). V2 disease was observed in 53 patients (74.3%) secondary to iliac or ovarian vein reflux. Of these, 45 patients (64.3%) presented with reflux in the iliac veins. Sixteen patients had reflux in the common iliac veins, 17 patients exhibited reflux of the external iliac veins, and 41 patients demonstrated reflux of the internal iliac veins. Thirty-two patients (45.7%) presented with V2 disease secondary to reflux of the ovarian veins, 8 of whom presented with isolated ovarian vein reflux without IVS. Bilateral ovarian vein reflux was observed in 6 patients (9%) and unilaterally in 26 (37%) patients with concomitant ovarian vein reflux and IVS observed in 31 patients (44%)","PeriodicalId":94350,"journal":{"name":"Phlebology","volume":" ","pages":"543-549"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141156171","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Assessment of venous disease with different venous disease specific scales in Behçet's disease patients with deep vein thrombosis.","authors":"Aysun Aksoy, Seda Colak, Burcu Yagiz, Belkıs Nihan Coskun, Ahmet Omma, Alper Sarı, Nuh Atas, Can Ilgın, Omer Karadag, Abdülsamet Erden, Yasin Yildiz, Ediz Dalkılıç, Haner Direskeneli, Fatma Alibaz-Oner","doi":"10.1177/02683555241257868","DOIUrl":"10.1177/02683555241257868","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p><b>Objectives:</b> Post-thrombotic syndrome (PTS) is a frequent and important consequence of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) for Behcet`s disease (BD) patients. Although various clinical scales are used to diagnose PTS, Villalta scale was accepted as the standard tool to diagnose and grade the severity of PTS. Poor quality of life (Qol) in the general population was defined for patients with PTS, however, studies in BD patients with PTS is limited. Our aim was to compare the performance of different scales to assess venous disease in BD patients with a history of DVT and to assess the relationship with quality of life.<b>Methods:</b> Patients with BD (<i>n</i> = 194, M/F:157/37, age:39.1 ± 9.5 years) with a DVT history were investigated. Villalta, VCSS,CEAP scale and SF 36,Veines scales were used to assess venous disease and QoL respectively.<b>Results:</b> Among BD patients, 120 (61.9 %) patients were classified as having PTS by Villalta and of patients 18% had severe PTS. Half of patients with CEAP score <4 were classified as having PTS. Also, 42% of patients with CEAP>4 and almost two third of VCSS classified severe CVD patients was grouped in severe PTS by Villalta scale. VCSS and Villalta classified PTS patients had decreased disease specific and general Qol scores compared to the patients without PTS. Also, severe PTS group (by VCSS) had decreased veines QoL scores and PCS compared to mild/moderate group.<b>Conclusion:</b> BD patients with DVT have a high risk of PTS. Our results show that both Villalta scale and VCSS should be used to assess venous disease BD patients with DVT. However, VCSS classified severity of PTS can show better correlation with venous disease -specific QoL.</p>","PeriodicalId":94350,"journal":{"name":"Phlebology","volume":" ","pages":"550-556"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141177057","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}