How to diagnose venous disease with tools like phleboscore? - Dr Shailendra Kumar

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Overview

Venous diseases refer to a group of medical conditions that affect the veins in the body, most commonly in the legs. It can cause pain, swelling, and aching in the legs, as well as skin changes and ulcers in severe cases.

The diagnosis of chronic venous disease (CVD) is usually made based on a combination of patient history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. Once a diagnosis of CVD is made, the prognosis can vary depending on the severity of the disease and the individual's response to treatment.

Phleboscore is a screening tool used to assess the risk of chronic venous disease (CVD) in individuals. It is based on a combination of clinical and ultrasound findings. The prognosis for CVD can be improved with appropriate management, including lifestyle changes and medical treatment.

Through this video Dr Shailendra Kumar, Professor and Head, Thoracic and Vascular Division, Dept. of Surgery, K.G.M.U. Lucknow, will explain about diagnosing and screening people for venous diseases with tools like phleboscore.

Speakers

Dr Shailendra Kuma
Dr. Shailendra Kumar MBBS, MS (Gen. Surgery), MCh (cardiothoracic and vascular surgery) has clinical experience for more than 20 years. Besides his MS (Gen. Surgery), he has also completed advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) training from Birmingham, United Kingdom. His interest lies in developing a complete thoracic and vascular center where all treatments including alternative medicine under one roof. Currently, he is working as a professor in the Department of General Surgery and as unit head Thoracic and Vascular surgery at KG Medical University, Lucknow.