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. 2006 Mar;31(3):332-4.
doi: 10.1016/j.ejvs.2005.08.009. Epub 2005 Oct 6.

Most patients with varicose veins have fears or concerns about the future, in addition to their presenting symptoms

W B Campbell  1 , H Decaluwe, J B Macintyre, J F Thompson, A R Cowan
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Most patients with varicose veins have fears or concerns about the future, in addition to their presenting symptoms

W B Campbell et al. Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg. 2006 Mar.
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Abstract

Introduction: This study aimed to document fears and concerns of patients about their varicose veins.

Report: Completed questionnaires about symptoms and concerns were brought to clinic by 62% (203/329) patients referred with uncomplicated primary varicose veins. 'Concerns, worries or fears' about their veins were reported by 79%. These were seldom mentioned in referral letters, and included fears about thrombosis (31%), trauma (16%), ulcers (15%) and general concerns about the future (57%).

Discussion: Many patients have unrecognised fears and concerns about their varicose veins. Specific enquiry and reassurance about these is part of good management and may avoid unnecessary treatment.

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