Phlebology

Papers
(The median citation count of Phlebology is 0. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2021-08-01 to 2025-08-01.)
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Relationship between great saphenous vein recanalization, venous symptoms reappearance, and varicose veins recurrence rates after endovenous radiofrequency ablation50
Improving venous symptoms in C0s-C1s patients after multicomponent diosmin-based preparation: Initial experience27
Pregnancy outcomes in 16 women with previous catheter-directed thrombolysis and stenting for acute left iliofemoral deep vein thrombosis27
A readability analysis of patient education materials about chronic venous disease provided by professional vascular societies25
The trends in venous thromboembolism occurrence and prevention after minimally invasive varicose vein surgery18
Compression versus no compression after endovenous radiofrequency ablation: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials16
Effects of leg compression and calf muscle contraction by active ankle motion on venous hemodynamics in sitting individuals12
The influence of different sub-bandage pressure values in the prevention of recurrence of venous ulceration—A ten year follow-up12
Regarding: Endovenous treatment for varicose veins of the lower limbs: Comparative histological evaluation of different techniques12
Ultrasound-guided percutaneous laser ablation of tributary varicose veins using a slim-type radial fiber11
Accuracy of transvaginal duplex ultrasound compared to catheter venography for the identification of pelvic vein incompetence11
Improvement in chronic pelvic pain, orthostatic intolerance and interstitial cystitis symptoms after treatment of pelvic vein insufficiency10
Risk of recurrent thromboembolic events according to treatment duration in patients with superficial vein thrombosis treated with intermediate dose of tinzaparin10
Assessment of skin and associated soft tissue changes with ultrasonography in chronic venous disease9
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Modification of protocol with one extra drop of endovascular cyanoacrylate improved closure rates in incompetent great saphenous veins9
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Quality of life after stenting for chronic iliocaval obstruction8
Comparison of gait parameters, functionality and health status in patients with lower extremity lymphedema and healthy controls8
Evaluation of clinical and ultrasonographic prognostic factors for detection of iliac venous obstructions in patients with advanced chronic venous insufficiency8
Author Index8
Safety of synchronous prophylactic ablation of the anterior saphenous vein in patients undergoing great saphenous vein thermal ablation– 6 months follow-up data of the SYNCHRONOUS study8
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Detection and quantitation of venous leg edema with the edema ruler and ultrasound7
The sonographic features of lymph node venous networks and flow patterns in patients with primary chronic venous disease7
Biological autologous excised varicose vein dressing compared to conservative dressing on the ulcer bed during endovenous ablation7
Low concentration of sodium tetradecyl sulfate and hypertonic glucose solution for the treatment of telangiectasia: A prospective randomized clinical trial7
Abstracts for the American Vein and Lymphatic Society (AVLS), 35th Annual Congress, Abstracts, 7–10 October, 2021, Denver, Colorado7
Factors limiting women’s adherence to venous thromboembolism prophylaxis after cesarean section in the Gaza Strip: A cross-sectional study6
Saphenous vein aneurysms characterization and treatment: A 36-year single center experience6
Direct oral anticoagulants for deep vein thrombosis among patients with hereditary thrombophilia—A cohort study6
Reply of letter to the editor: Assessment and grading of pigmentation in chronic venous insufficiency in Phlebology 20206
Randomized, double-blind clinical trial comparing the healing of stasis ulcers in lower limbs with standard hydrocolloid gel dressings and with dressings with Syzygium cumini extract6
Physical activity levels in patients with chronic venous insufficiency6
Phenotype and function of smooth muscle cells derived from the human normal great saphenous vein in response to hypoxia6
The diverse technical choices during the implantation of the totally implantable venous access ports: A review6
Prevalence and risk factors of hospital acquired venous thromboembolism6
Analysis of the postoperative hemodynamic changes in varicose vein surgery related with small saphenous vein reflux6
Diameter-reflux relationship of the saphenous vein in the C0–C3 patients of chronic venous disease5
Michel Perrin Memorial5
Dermatophlebology: Understanding dermal responses to venous disease5
The role of alpha-1-antitrypsin in the etiopathogenesis of chronic venous disease: A prospective clinical trial5
Improving thromboprophylaxis in the medical inpatients: The role of the resident in an academic hospital5
Comparison of mechanochemical ablation versus ligation and stripping for the treatment of incompetent small saphenous vein5
Decreased mobility, lack of social support, haemosiderosis and use of antidepressant medications may predict recurrent venous leg ulcers within 12 months of healing: A prospective longitudinal study5
Authors Reply: Chronic venous disease, platelet and haemostatic abnormalities contribute to the pathogenesis of pigmented purpuric dermatoses5
Operative management of equinus associated with lower limb venous malformations5
Recovery and patient satisfaction following radiofrequency ablation and concomitant foam sclerotherapy of varicose veins with and without compression: A randomized controlled non-inferiority trial5
Action of high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) ablation on the venous wall: Histopathological analysis, insights, and perspectives4
Tributary treatment: Foam or phlebectomy?4
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Antithrombotic therapies for patients with acute iliofemoral deep vein thrombosis following endovenous recanalization: A single-center study and literature review4
Association between cardiac conditions with venous leg ulcers in patients with chronic venous insufficiency4
Allergic contact dermatitis caused by n-butyl-2-cyanoacrylate in VenaBlock vein glue4
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Combined high-resolution 3D CUBE T1-weighted imaging and non-contrast-enhanced magnetic resonance venography for evaluation of vein stenosis in May–Thurner syndrome4
Earth’s gravity field and prevalence of varicose veins and chronic venous disease: Systematic review4
A retrospective study on the diagnostic value of ultrasonography for primary vascular leiomyosarcoma misdiagnosed as deep vein thrombosis4
Leg volume reduction during tiptoe movement is caused by venous ejection and calf muscle contraction4
A surge of interest: Analysing the increased public interest in lipedema using google trends4
Tailoring superficial venous interventions to gender4
Radiofrequency ablation of the great saphenous vein; does the choice of monopolar or bipolar catheters affect outcomes?4
Prevention of saphenous nerve injury after below-knee laser ablation of incompetent great saphenous veins: A trial of two-step ablation and an early result4
Post-treatment course of acute lipodermatosclerosis4
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The role of D-dimer and fibrinogen testing in catheter-directed thrombolysis with urokinase for deep venous thrombosis4
Correlation between reflux time and venous clinical severity score in patients undergoing saphenous vein ablation: A prospective study4
Performance of an adjustable compression wrap in occupational leg swelling4
Interventional treatment for acute iliofemoral deep venous thrombosis4
Reducing tumescent anesthetic injection pain by topical anesthesia pretreatment among patients undergoing endovenous radiofrequency ablation of varicose veins: A double-blind randomized controlled tri4
Management of the patient with the swollen lower limb4
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Obituary Prof. Partsch for Phlebology J4
Development of lower leg edema in the late afternoon may be associated with decreased blood flow in the leg in women in the luteal phase4
Role of veno-active drugs after endovenous therapy: A systematic review of the current literature3
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Thanks to reviewers3
The study on the relationship between venous ulcer and ankle joint range of motion using ultrasound3
Compression therapy in the management of varicose veins3
Experience with VariClose® vein sealing system in the Czech Republic3
Association between varicose vein and atrial fibrillation—a population-based study in Taiwan3
Effect of pneumatic compression device and stocking use on symptoms and quality of life in women with lipedema: A proof-in-principle randomized trial3
1% polidocanol endovenous microfoam (Varithena TM ) for the treatment of chronic venous disease: A position statement from the American vein and lymphatic society3
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Corrigendum to “Professor Kenneth Arthur Myers MS, FRACS, FACS, DDU (Vasc), 14th February 1935–3rd March 2021”3
Biomarkers and the post-thrombotic syndrome: A systematic review of biomarkers associated with the occurrence of the post-thrombotic syndrome after lower extremity deep venous thrombosis3
Third generation of laser (>1900) for endovenous thermoablation (EVLA) of varicose veins: A systematic review and meta-analysis3
Histopathological analysis of vascular malformations3
Which dose of calcium dobesilate is more effective and safe in chronic venous insufficiency? Multicenter retrospective clinical trial3
Qualitative assessment of available online patient resources for pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis3
Endovenous welding: Basics and 5-year experience in the use of automatic thermal ablation in the treatment of patients with chronic vein diseases3
Analysis of the effects of different health education methods on improving knowledge, skills, and patient-reported outcomes in patients with lower limb varicose veins3
May Thurner syndrome: Sixty years later3
A modified Delphi process to form an expert consensus in Ireland on the essential information to be included in shared decision making for varicose vein surgery3
Bidirectional perforators in the lower limb are not physiologically normal: A brief commentary3
Effectiveness of the different components of complex decongestive therapy in patients with chronic venous insufficiency: A systematic review3
VenaBlock® and VenaSeal® class III cyanoacrylate products are effective and safe in varicose vein treatment3
CHIVA for dummies3
Implementation of a varicose vein module added to Swedvasc, the Swedish National Registry for vascular surgery2
Improvement of quality of life in women ≤ 25-years-old with chronic pelvic pain following stenting of nonthrombotic iliac vein compression2
Increased prevalence of deep vein thrombosis and mortality in patients with Covid-19 at a referral center in Brazil2
Breaking the cycle: Addressing the drucebo effect in lymphedema care2
Patterns of reflux in patients with CEAP C2 disease compared to patients with C6 venous ulceration2
Unveiling global interest in lymphedema: A decade of search data through google trends global interest in lymphedema: A google trends analysis2
Quantifying superficial vein morphology with near-infrared imaging during venous congestion2
The impact of invasive treatment of superficial venous insufficiency of the lower extremities on cardiac functions2
A comparison of patient-reported outcome measures following technical success and technical failure in the treatment of great saphenous vein incompetence using ClariVein: A subanalysis of a multicente2
A novel view to varicose veins pathogenesis: Proteomic profiling suggests a pivotal role of extracellular matrix degradation2
Standardizing practice patterns for venous insufficiency ultrasound2
Clinical observations in treatment of lower extremity varicose veins with trigger points acupuncture2
The impact of ankle movements on venous return flow: A comparative study2
Venous hemodynamics in active and passive calf movements in healthy adults2
Midterm outcomes (2 years) using the Venovo™ and Sinus Obliquus™ venous stents in the treatment of non-thrombotic and post-thrombotic iliac vein lesions – Results from a multi-centre Asian cohort2
Superficial vein thrombosis: State of art. A review2
A pre-clinical animal study of a novel mechanical-only ablation device treatment for superficial venous disease2
Ultrasound patterns of venous disease in patients with venous leg ulcers and morbid obesity2
Comparison of cyanoacrylate closure and radiofrequency ablation for the treatment of small saphenous veins2
Effects of different exercise methods of calf muscles on the hemodynamics of lower extremity vein2
Efficacy of ultrasound in the evaluation of iliac vein stenting2
Study on the correlation between high density lipoprotein and lower extremities deep venous thrombosis in patients undergoing hip arthroplasty2
Cerebrospinal venous obstruction and breast cancer: A pilot study2
A new method of monitoring catheter-directed thrombolysis for deep venous thrombosis—application of D-dimer and fibrinogen testing2
Biomechanical alterations in lower limb lymphedema: Implications for walking ability and rehabilitation2
Pilot targeted treatment of enlarged supratrochlear vein of the forehead with 1320 nm endovenous laser ablation2
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Physical fitness changes induced by thermal aquatic standardized exercise in chronic venous disease patients1
Causal relationships between COVID-19 and venous thromboembolism: A mendelian randomization analysis1
High intensity focused ultrasound in treating great saphenous vein incompetence: Perioperative and 1-year outcomes1
Different modes of ankle pump exercise to prevent PICC-related thrombosis through femoral vein1
The clinical and economic impact of chronic venous insufficiency-associated lymphedema and the prevalence of persistent edema after venous intervention1
Mid-term results of cyanoacrylate closure for the treatment of incompetent great and small saphenous veins: Findings from a Japanese prospective consecutive multi-center registry: Mid-term results of 1
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High intensity focused ultrasound in treating incompetent perforator veins1
Re: “Modification of protocol with one extra drop of endovascular cyanoacrylate improved closure rates in incompetent great saphenous veins”—time to rethink the instructions for use for VenaSeal™?1
Quality of YouTube® videos on thrombolysis and thrombectomy for deep venous thrombosis1
Lipedema awareness and knowledge level among medical doctors in Turkey: A cross-sectional study highlighting the diagnosis and treatment gap1
The efficacy of aspirin compared to low molecular weight heparin as thromboprophylaxis after orthopedic surgery: A systematic review and meta-analysis1
Indications, contraindications, side effects, general assessment, and outlook for the future: An International Compression Club survey1
Age-related risk factors and manifestations in deep venous thrombosis1
Assessment of lower extremity venous insufficiency and lipedema and their association with knee symptoms, functions, and quality of life in patients with knee osteoarthritis1
Compression therapy after endovenous laser ablation: Patient compliance and impact on clinical outcome1
Monocentric prospective study to valid multidisciplinary diagnostic and therapeutic approach for Nutcracker syndrome1
Treatment of varicose great saphenous vein with endovenous laser alone or combined with eco-guided foam sclerotherapy: A randomized controlled trial1
Comparison of one-year outcomes and quality of life between radiofrequency ablation and microwave ablation in the treatment of lower extremity varicose veins: A retrospective cohort study1
Authors’ reply: An online survey of pelvic congestion support group members regarding comorbid symptoms and syndromes1
Selecting appropriate compression for lymphedema patients: American Vein and Lymphatic Society position statement1
Cyanoacrylate venous closure – Untold story or unjustified alarm?1
Long-term results and predictors of failure after mechanochemical endovenous ablation in the treatment of primary great saphenous vein incompetence1
Nd:Yag laser combined with injection sclerotherapy in the treatment of reticular veins and telangiectasias (CLaCS method): A triple-blind randomized clinical trial comparing two sclerosing agents asso1
Use of a novel Likert scale instrument to assess patient satisfaction following endovascular and surgical treatment of pelvic venous disorders1
Selective crossectomy combined with mechanochemical ablation in the treatment of great saphenous vein insufficiency: Early results of a single center experience1
Sclerotherapy: Indications and safety volumes1
Feasibility of incompetent perforator vein excision using stab avulsion1
Common femoral vein wall thickness measurement by Doppler ultrasonography is an accurate diagnostic test for Behçet’s Disease both in supine and standing positions1
Nonpelvic comorbid symptoms of 45 patients with pain of pelvic venous origin, before and after treatment1
Chronic venous insufficiency as an independent risk factor for coronary artery disease: Evidence from coronary artery calcium score analysis1
Cyanoacrylate glue is an effective alternative in chronic venous insufficiency1
Unveiling kinesiophobia: A hidden challenge in women with lipedema1
The anterior saphenous vein. Part 3. Systematic review of the literature and payor coverage policies. Endorsed by the American Vein and Lymphatic Society, the American Venous Forum and the Internation1
Shockwave therapy in lipedema patients: A prospective study1
Pelvic congestion syndrome, migraine and dilating venous disease: Interesting but not surprising1
Pilot single-arm study to investigate the efficacy and safety of endovenous Microwave ablations for treatment of varicose veins in Singapore – one year results of the MAESTRO registry1
Implementation of the graduated compression as an adjunct to pharmaco-thromboprophylaxis in surgery trial results across the UK1
Varicose vein treatment reduces edema not only in the treated legs but also in the entire body1
Retrospective chart review of venous thromboembolism incidence and management in rural patients undergoing varicose vein treatment1
Effects of multimodal exercise program on edema, pain, exercise capacity, lower extremity muscle strength and function in patients with lipedema1
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Revealing the origin of postsclerotherapy hyperpigmentation: Identification of melanin and hemosiderin as causative pigments in a histopathological study1
Current state of education in venous diseases within vascular surgery training programs in Italy: A national web-based survey among residents1
Treatment of vascular leg ulcers with leukocyte- and platelet-rich fibrin (L-PRF): A systematic review1
Thermal imaging as a diagnostic tool for superficial venous insufficiency – a systematic review1
Early results of cyanoacrylate adhesive ablation versus laser ablation for the treatment of great saphenous vein insufficiency in the Chinese mainland population1
An online survey of pelvic congestion support group members regarding comorbid symptoms and syndromes1
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Treatment of venous malformations with tumescent-assisted sclero-embolic and ablative lasers (SEALs): Safe and effective long-term outcomes1
Effectiveness and safety of detachable fibered coils as a single therapy for embolization in venous origin chronic pelvic pain1
The anterior saphenous vein. Part 4. Clinical and technical considerations in treatment. Endorsed by the American Vein and Lymphatic Society, the American Venous Forum, and the International Union of 1
Calf extra-Fascial compartment area affects calf muscle pumping action: an air plethysmography and computed tomography study1
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Overlooked and neglected aspects in the management of recurrent lower extremity venous insufficiency: Unveiling the significance of the lymphatic venous network1
Letter to the editor re: Assessment and grading of pigmentation in chronic venous insufficiency1
Prevalence of left iliac vein compression in an asymptomatic population and patients with left iliofemoral deep vein thrombosis: A multicenter cross-sectional study in southern China1
Optimal thromboprophylaxis following superficial endovenous treatment: What is it?1
Correlation between popliteal vein functional diameter and the severity of chronic venous disease1
The American Venous Forum, American Vein and Lymphatic Society and the Society for Vascular Medicine expert opinion consensus on lymphedema diagnosis and treatment1
Impact of a one-stop rapid access venous ulcer clinic on inpatient admissions1
Retrospective evaluation of the results of ultrasound-accelerated catheter-directed tombolysis in acute-subacute pulmonary embolism patients1
Evaluation of anomalies of major veins of the superficial venous system of lower limb in adults on color doppler: An observational study1
Comparative analysis of the efficacy and safety of different methods for injecting polidocanol in the treatment of venous malformations1
The untold story of cyanoacrylate adhesive closure: Addressing the challenges of reporting and analyzing adverse events in medical device studies1
Spermatic vein sclero-embolization through basilic vein access: A short communication1
Authors reply: 899 serious adverse events including 13 deaths, 7 strokes, 211 thromboembolic events, and 482 immune reactions: The untold story of cyanoacrylate adhesive closure1
3D printing personalized guide plate in the management of recurrent intramuscular venous malformations: A single center experience1
The risk of muscle involvement in focal venous malformations in children1
Views of inpatients on the prevention of venous thrombosis with ankle pump exercise: A cross-sectional survey1
Skin necrosis following sclerotherapy. Part 1: Differential diagnosis based on classification of pathogenic mechanisms1
Localised intravascular coagulation complicating venous malformations: Clinical characterisation1
The Anterior Saphenous Vein. Part 2. Anatomic considerations in normal and refluxing patients. Endorsed by the American Vein and Lymphatic Society, the American Venous Forum and the International Unio1
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The relationship between inspiratory muscle strength, venous refilling time, disease severity, and functional capacity in patients with chronic venous insufficiency1
Effectiveness and safety of the direct oral anticoagulant in acute distal deep vein thrombosis: From the prospective multicenter observational study, J’xactly, in Japan1
Atrial fibrillation and peripheral varicose vein: Where is the connection?1
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Application of preoperative ultrasound combined with indocyanine green lymphography in lymphaticovenular anastomosis of the lower limb-A retrospective study research1
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The CHIVA in practice: Ready for a bold rebranding?0
Adverse neurological events after sodium tetradecyl sulfate foam sclerotherapy – A prospective, observational study of 8056 treatments0
Challenging conventions: Reconsidering the indication for endovenous ablation in CEAP 2 patients0
Impact of static foot disorder and ankle range of motion in chronic venous insufficiency patients0
May-Thurner syndrome diagnosis and management with concurrent lymphedema0
A nomogram for predicting risk factors for lower limb deep venous thrombosis in elderly postoperative patients with severe traumatic brain injury in the intensive care unit0
Incidence, treatment variation and outcomes of Rollercoaster reflux0
The pattern of the distribution of incompetent segments within the great saphenous vein at C2 lower extremity: A report conforming to the 2024 IAC standards and guidelines0
Glutaraldehyde fixation of venous valve tissue: A benchmark for alternative fixation methods0
Current strategies for endovascular management of varicose veins: An updated review of superficial ablation technologies0
Ambulatory outpatient venous surgery service: An examination of patient satisfaction and experiences0
Translation and adaptation to Spanish of Aberdeen varicose veins questionnaire0
Complication rate with the 1940-nm versus 1470-nm wavelength laser0
Durability and efficacy of the ELVeS® Radial® 2ring slim fiber for multiple ablations0
Chronic venous disease: What if everything started with early care? A discussion with experts0
Comparing anesthesia protocols in high intensity focused ultrasound treatments: The HIFU-pain study0
Assessment of venous leg symptoms in patients with hemorrhoidal disease (VEIN-HEMORRHOID study)0
Assessment of venous disease with different venous disease specific scales in Behçet’s disease patients with deep vein thrombosis0
“Comparing sub-bandage pressure and stiffness dynamics in two two-component compression systems for the lower limb: Influence of skill level and partial compression layer addition”0
Ultrasound examination for en-suite measurements in lipedema0
899 serious adverse events including 13 deaths, 7 strokes, 211 thromboembolic events, and 482 immune reactions: The untold story of cyanoacrylate adhesive closure0
Chronic venous disease of lower limbs in young men at high-altitude: A cross-sectional survey0
Hypothesis: Pump shoes for the prevention and treatment of varicose veins0
Core content for venous and Lymphatic Medicine: 2022 revision0
A comparison of tablet-based and paper-based venous insufficiency epidemiologic and economic study quality of life/symptom questionnaire for assessment of chronic venous disease0
Analysis of the efficacy of angiojet percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy combined with catheter-directed thrombolysis versus catheter-directed thrombolysis alone in the treatment of subacute iliofemo0
From innovation to standard: Proprietary foam Sclerotherapy’s rise as a pillar in venous disease treatment0
Regarding: 899 serious adverse events including 13 deaths, 7 strokes, 211 thromboembolic events, and 482 immune reactions: The untold story of cyanoacrylate adhesive closure. Parsi K et al.0
Does ablation of non-incompetent veins in the leg reduce recurrence?0
Efficacy and safety of vena cava filters in preventing pulmonary embolism: A systematic review and meta-analysis0
Venous aneurysms: To treat or not to treat0
A systematic review of current trends in pharmacologic management after stent placement in nonthrombotic iliac vein lesions0
Total energy output from an endovenous laser ablation (EVLA) console does not vary between continuous or pulsed use, despite observed variations0
Medical compression stockings reduce the symptoms of obesity-associated functional venous insufficiency0
An open label, single-centric, post market clinical study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of a new antimicrobial wound dressing (VELVERT) as an adjuvant therapy in the treatment of venous leg ulce0
Effects of lower limb muscle strengthening on interface pressure in older adults undergoing inelastic compression: Randomized controlled clinical trial0
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The association of the prothrombin A19911G single-nucleotide polymorphism and the risk of venous thromboembolism: A systematic review and meta-analysis0
Clinical results of polidocanol sclerotherapy in venous malformation treatment: Patient-perceived improvement and satisfaction0
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