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By Mr Ian Franklin
29.01.19
Vascular surgery

Superficial vein thrombosis: don’t suffer in vain!

While most of us have heard of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), you may not have heard of a similar condition called superficial vein thrombosis (SVT). As their names suggest, DVT occurs in deep veins, while SVT forms closer to the skin. While generally less serious than its deeper counterpart, SVT is nonetheless something you shouldn’t ignore. Leading London vascular surgeon Mr Ian Franklin explains why.

By Mr S. Tawqeer Rashid
28.01.19
Vascular surgery

Should I be concerned about my varicose veins?

Varicose veins are very common and whilst they are mostly not problematic, sometimes they can lead to occasional health issues. Mr S. Tawqeer Rashid, an experienced vascular surgeon, tells us exactly what risks are associated with varicose veins, and when you should seek medical advice or treatment.

By Ms Sophie Renton
24.01.19
Vascular surgery

What are varicose veins? A guide to swollen veins

Swollen, twisted veins can crop up on our legs at any time of life, but particularly as we get older. These varicose veins can lead to a number of other problems. What causes varicose veins and what happens once you have them? Esteemed vascular surgeon Ms Sophie Renton is here with answers.

By Professor Mark Whiteley
21.01.19
Vascular surgery

How to minimise haemorrhoid pain

Haemorrhoids are common – over half of us will have haemorrhoids at some point in life. Because of this, demand for treatment is huge and can involve quite a long wait. So what can you do in the meantime to manage the pain? We asked leading venous surgeon Prof Mark Whiteley for his top tips.

By Mr Ian Franklin
21.01.19
Vascular surgery

What are spider veins?

Spider veins (also known as thread veins) are small pink or purple visually prominent blood vessels seen most often on the lower limbs, but they can occur on any part of the body. Mr Ian Franklin, an experienced vascular surgeon, explains what spider veins are, their causes, and how they can be treated.

By Mr David Greenstein
09.01.19
Vascular surgery

The truth about veiny hands

Some people are not bothered if the veins on their hands are visible. For others, prominent bulging hand veins can feel like a nightmare – unsightly or even a sign of their age. What causes hand veins to bulge and what can be done? Leading vascular surgeon and pioneer in endothermal laser ablation Mr David Greenstein explains.

By Mr Barun Majumder
29.10.18
Vascular surgery

Aortic aneurysm in the abdomen

Our blood vessels are very important, carrying blood, oxygen, and nutrients around our bodies to keep us alive. Therefore weak spots on the blood vessel walls known as aneurysms can be a serious problem. But what exactly is an aortic aneurysm? What happens when you have one in your abdomen? Expert Mr Barun Majumder explains.

By Professor Mark Whiteley
11.10.18
Vascular surgery

Pelvic congestion syndrome: Don’t suffer in silence

In this informative article, celebrated vascular surgeon Professor Mark Whiteley expertly explains the most common causes of pelvic congestion syndrome and details how it can be treated.

By Mr Ian Franklin
05.10.18
Vascular surgery

What are leg ulcers?

Leg ulcers are chronic sores found on the leg or foot, which can be very painful and debilitating. Leading vascular surgeon Mr Ian Franklin is a specialist in leg ulcers and explains the risk factor, treatment and whether it can return.

By Professor Mark Whiteley
04.10.18
Vascular surgery

How to stop varicose veins from coming back

Varicose veins recurrence is extremely common and can be frustrating if you've spent considerable money on treatment. However, by getting treatment right the first time round, you can reduce your chances of recurrence as much as possible. In this article celebrated vascular surgeon Professor Mark Whiteley explains what patients should look for in a quality clinic.

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