Phlebology

Papers
(The median citation count of Phlebology is 1. 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 2022-06-01 to 2026-06-01.)
ArticleCitations
Regarding: Endovenous treatment for varicose veins of the lower limbs: Comparative histological evaluation of different techniques35
Computational fluid dynamics analysis of wall shear stress in iliac vein stent: Influence of curvature and in-stent restenosis30
Efficacy and safety of short-term rivaroxaban prophylaxis after radiofrequency ablation for varicose veins: A single-centre randomised controlled trial25
Accuracy of transvaginal duplex ultrasound compared to catheter venography for the identification of pelvic vein incompetence22
The trends in venous thromboembolism occurrence and prevention after minimally invasive varicose vein surgery16
Compression versus no compression after endovenous radiofrequency ablation: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials14
Improving venous symptoms in C0s-C1s patients after multicomponent diosmin-based preparation: Initial experience13
Relationship between great saphenous vein recanalization, venous symptoms reappearance, and varicose veins recurrence rates after endovenous radiofrequency ablation13
Pregnancy outcomes in 16 women with previous catheter-directed thrombolysis and stenting for acute left iliofemoral deep vein thrombosis12
A readability analysis of patient education materials about chronic venous disease provided by professional vascular societies12
The influence of different sub-bandage pressure values in the prevention of recurrence of venous ulceration—A ten year follow-up12
Ultrasound-guided percutaneous laser ablation of tributary varicose veins using a slim-type radial fiber11
Transdermal radiofrequency (V ERASER®) plus polidocanol sclerotherapy versus polidocanol sclerotherapy alone for the treatment of reticular veins and tel11
Assessment of skin and associated soft tissue changes with ultrasonography in chronic venous disease11
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 tinzaparin9
Evaluation of clinical and ultrasonographic prognostic factors for detection of iliac venous obstructions in patients with advanced chronic venous insufficiency9
Selected phlebological abstracts9
Comparison of gait parameters, functionality and health status in patients with lower extremity lymphedema and healthy controls9
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 study9
Selected phlebological abstracts9
Low concentration of sodium tetradecyl sulfate and hypertonic glucose solution for the treatment of telangiectasia: A prospective randomized clinical trial8
Selected phlebological abstracts8
Detection and quantitation of venous leg edema with the edema ruler and ultrasound8
Factors limiting women’s adherence to venous thromboembolism prophylaxis after cesarean section in the Gaza Strip: A cross-sectional study8
The sonographic features of lymph node venous networks and flow patterns in patients with primary chronic venous disease8
Prevalence and risk factors of hospital acquired venous thromboembolism8
The diverse technical choices during the implantation of the totally implantable venous access ports: A review8
Physical activity levels in patients with chronic venous insufficiency7
Therapeutic efficacy of the polidocanol versus pingyangmycin in the treatment of maxillofacial vascular disorders7
Reply of letter to the editor: Assessment and grading of pigmentation in chronic venous insufficiency in Phlebology 20207
High intensity focused ultrasound in small saphenous vein incompetence: a pilot feasibility study7
Assessment of YouTube™ videos on lipoedema: Quality, reliability, and educational gaps in a lymphatic disorder6
Tailoring superficial venous interventions to gender6
Improving thromboprophylaxis in the medical inpatients: The role of the resident in an academic hospital6
Direct oral anticoagulants for deep vein thrombosis among patients with hereditary thrombophilia—A cohort study6
New frontiers in vein and lymphatic disease6
Phenotype and function of smooth muscle cells derived from the human normal great saphenous vein in response to hypoxia6
Michel Perrin Memorial6
Authors Reply: Chronic venous disease, platelet and haemostatic abnormalities contribute to the pathogenesis of pigmented purpuric dermatoses6
Saphenous vein aneurysms characterization and treatment: A 36-year single center experience6
Transfixing Endovenous Thermal Ablation (TEThA) for varicose veins treatment - A prospective single-arm study6
Can neuromuscular electrical stimulation help prevent venous thromboembolism?6
Antithrombotic therapies for patients with acute iliofemoral deep vein thrombosis following endovenous recanalization: A single-center study and literature review6
The role of alpha-1-antitrypsin in the etiopathogenesis of chronic venous disease: A prospective clinical trial6
Association between cardiac conditions with venous leg ulcers in patients with chronic venous insufficiency6
Analysis of the postoperative hemodynamic changes in varicose vein surgery related with small saphenous vein reflux6
Long-term outcomes of infrapopliteal versus popliteal venous access for percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy in acute deep vein thrombosis: A propensity score-matched retrospective cohort study6
Dermatophlebology: Understanding dermal responses to venous disease5
Management of recurrent varicose veins: Redo open surgery versus endovascular approaches5
A surge of interest: Analysing the increased public interest in lipedema using google trends5
Correlation between reflux time and venous clinical severity score in patients undergoing saphenous vein ablation: A prospective study5
Development of lower leg edema in the late afternoon may be associated with decreased blood flow in the leg in women in the luteal phase5
Validation and reliability of the Turkish version of the Lymphedema Symptom Intensity and Distress Survey–Lower Limb (LSIDS-L) in patients with lower extremity lymphedema5
Selected phlebological abstracts5
Leg volume reduction during tiptoe movement is caused by venous ejection and calf muscle contraction5
Allergic contact dermatitis caused by n -butyl-2-cyanoacrylate in VenaBlock vein glue5
What is the recommended compression pressure for different clinical indications?5
A retrospective study on the diagnostic value of ultrasonography for primary vascular leiomyosarcoma misdiagnosed as deep vein thrombosis5
Action of high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) ablation on the venous wall: Histopathological analysis, insights, and perspectives5
Performance of an adjustable compression wrap in occupational leg swelling5
Radiofrequency ablation of the great saphenous vein; does the choice of monopolar or bipolar catheters affect outcomes?5
Selected phlebological abstracts4
Histopathological analysis of vascular malformations4
Computer-assisted vacuum thrombectomy using lightning 12 and lightning flash 16 in acute proximal lower extremity deep vein thrombosis4
A prospective pilot study: In vivo stiffness comparison of light-elastic and strong-elastic off-the-shelf medical compression stockings4
Tributary treatment: Foam or phlebectomy?4
Management of the patient with the swollen lower limb4
Selected phlebological abstracts4
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 thrombosis4
Clinical, ultrasound, elastography and bioimpedance changes after radial extracorporeal shock wave therapy in patients with lipedema: A prospective within-patient study4
A multidimensional evaluation of pain in lipedema4
Which dose of calcium dobesilate is more effective and safe in chronic venous insufficiency? Multicenter retrospective clinical trial4
Selected phlebological abstracts4
Post-treatment course of acute lipodermatosclerosis4
Selected phlebological abstracts4
Interventional treatment for acute iliofemoral deep venous thrombosis4
Effectiveness of the different components of complex decongestive therapy in patients with chronic venous insufficiency: A systematic review4
Qualitative assessment of available online patient resources for pulmonary embolism and deep vein thrombosis4
Selected phlebological abstracts4
Obituary Prof. Partsch for Phlebology J4
The role of D-dimer and fibrinogen testing in catheter-directed thrombolysis with urokinase for deep venous thrombosis4
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
Breaking the cycle: Addressing the drucebo effect in lymphedema care3
Venous hemodynamics in active and passive calf movements in healthy adults3
1% polidocanol endovenous microfoam (Varithena TM ) for the treatment of chronic venous disease: A position statement from the American vein and lymp3
Compression therapy in the management of varicose veins3
VenaBlock ® and VenaSeal ® class III cyanoacrylate products are effective and safe in varicose vei3
Unveiling global interest in lymphedema: A decade of search data through google trends global interest in lymphedema: A google trends analysis3
Biomechanical alterations in lower limb lymphedema: Implications for walking ability and rehabilitation3
Prevalence of comorbidities associated with lipedema. A comparative study with the general population3
Quantifying superficial vein morphology with near-infrared imaging during venous congestion3
Selected phlebological abstracts3
The impact of ankle movements on venous return flow: A comparative study3
Patterns of reflux in patients with CEAP C2 disease compared to patients with C6 venous ulceration3
Effect of pneumatic compression device and stocking use on symptoms and quality of life in women with lipedema: A proof-in-principle randomized trial3
Selected phlebological abstracts3
Third generation of laser (>1900) for endovenous thermoablation (EVLA) of varicose veins: A systematic review and meta-analysis3
Bidirectional perforators in the lower limb are not physiologically normal: A brief commentary3
Pilot targeted treatment of enlarged supratrochlear vein of the forehead with 1320 nm endovenous laser ablation3
The study on the relationship between venous ulcer and ankle joint range of motion using ultrasound3
Cerebrospinal venous obstruction and breast cancer: A pilot study3
Improvement of quality of life in women ≤ 25-years-old with chronic pelvic pain following stenting of nonthrombotic iliac vein compression3
Implementation of a varicose vein module added to Swedvasc, the Swedish National Registry for vascular surgery3
Compression versus bridge negative pressure wound therapy combined with compression in non-healing venous ulcers: A randomized controlled trial with quality-of-life assessment and cost effectiveness3
Endovenous welding: Basics and 5-year experience in the use of automatic thermal ablation in the treatment of patients with chronic vein diseases3
Role of veno-active drugs after endovenous therapy: A systematic review of the current literature3
CHIVA for dummies3
Analysis of the effects of different health education methods on improving knowledge, skills, and patient-reported outcomes in patients with lower limb varicose veins3
Formaldehyde is released from cyanoacrylate adhesives used in venous occlusion systems3
Duplex ultrasound findings of left ovarian vein reflux suggest an ascending pattern of progression in pelvic venous disorders (PeVD)3
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
Clinical observations in treatment of lower extremity varicose veins with trigger points acupuncture3
Standardizing practice patterns for venous insufficiency ultrasound3
Superficial vein thrombosis: State of art. A review3
Comparison of cyanoacrylate closure and radiofrequency ablation for the treatment of small saphenous veins2
Duplex ultrasound evaluation in lymphedema: Pictorial essay2
Long term quality of life after non-intervention for acute iliofemoral deep venous thrombosis2
Localised intravascular coagulation complicating venous malformations: Clinical characterisation2
Nonpelvic comorbid symptoms of 45 patients with pain of pelvic venous origin, before and after treatment2
Unveiling kinesiophobia: A hidden challenge in women with lipedema2
Sclerotherapy: Indications and safety volumes2
Monocentric prospective study to valid multidisciplinary diagnostic and therapeutic approach for Nutcracker syndrome2
A multicenter randomized controlled trial evaluating a new radiofrequency ablation system in the treatment of primary great saphenous vein incompetence: Six-month results of the ACOART RF CLOSURE stud2
Patients with primary varicose veins have few venous valves in the proximal femoral vein and great saphenous vein: A cadaveric and ultrasound examination of living subjects2
Comparative analysis of the efficacy and safety of different methods for injecting polidocanol in the treatment of venous malformations2
Selected phlebological abstracts2
Emerging trends in artificial intelligence research in lymphedema: An evaluation in light of bibliometric and altmetric data2
Computed tomography pulmonary angiography for detection of pulmonary embolisms in Chinese patients2
Selected phlebological abstracts2
Selected phlebological abstracts2
The effects of blood flow on the structure of venous thrombi2
Efficacy of ultrasound in the evaluation of iliac vein stenting2
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 2
Early results of cyanoacrylate adhesive ablation versus laser ablation for the treatment of great saphenous vein insufficiency in the Chinese mainland population2
Selected Phlebological Abstracts2
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 study2
Selected phlebological abstracts2
The efficacy of aspirin compared to low molecular weight heparin as thromboprophylaxis after orthopedic surgery: A systematic review and meta-analysis2
Causal relationships between COVID-19 and venous thromboembolism: A mendelian randomization analysis2
The relationship between inspiratory muscle strength, venous refilling time, disease severity, and functional capacity in patients with chronic venous insufficiency2
Varicose vein treatment reduces edema not only in the treated legs but also in the entire body2
Selected phlebological abstracts2
Thermal imaging as a diagnostic tool for superficial venous insufficiency – a systematic review2
A novel view to varicose veins pathogenesis: Proteomic profiling suggests a pivotal role of extracellular matrix degradation2
Comparing interventions used to treat venous leg ulcers – A network meta-analysis2
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
The impact of invasive treatment of superficial venous insufficiency of the lower extremities on cardiac functions2
The risk of muscle involvement in focal venous malformations in children2
Authors’ reply: An online survey of pelvic congestion support group members regarding comorbid symptoms and syndromes2
Selected phlebological abstracts2
Atrial fibrillation and peripheral varicose vein: Where is the connection?2
Current state of education in venous diseases within vascular surgery training programs in Italy: A national web-based survey among residents2
Treatment of anterior saphenous vein incompetence with mechanochemical endovenous ablation2
Ultrasound patterns of venous disease in patients with venous leg ulcers and morbid obesity2
Effectiveness and safety of detachable fibered coils as a single therapy for embolization in venous origin chronic pelvic pain2
Long-term results and predictors of failure after mechanochemical endovenous ablation in the treatment of primary great saphenous vein incompetence2
Application of preoperative ultrasound combined with indocyanine green lymphography in lymphaticovenular anastomosis of the lower limb-A retrospective study research2
Assessment of lower extremity venous insufficiency and lipedema and their association with knee symptoms, functions, and quality of life in patients with knee osteoarthritis2
Cyanoacrylate venous closure – Untold story or unjustified alarm?2
Cyanoacrylate glue is an effective alternative in chronic venous insufficiency1
Extra-Corporeal thermal ablation with High Intensity Focused Ultrasound for superficial venous insufficiency: Preliminary results at twelve months follow-up1
Selected Phlebological Abstracts1
Efficiency of endovenous laser and glue ablation methods in comparison with conventional surgery for the treatment of venous ulcers1
Evaluation of anomalies of major veins of the superficial venous system of lower limb in adults on color doppler: An observational study1
Factors influencing the extent of contralateral iliac vein orifice overlap by iliac vein stents1
Transparietal diffusion of polidocanol: Potential complication of sclerotherapy?1
Retrospective chart review of venous thromboembolism incidence and management in rural patients undergoing varicose vein treatment1
Selecting appropriate compression for lymphedema patients: American Vein and Lymphatic Society position statement1
Impact of lymphedema in the management of venous leg ulcers1
Compression therapy after endovenous laser ablation: Patient compliance and impact on clinical outcome1
Early follow-up quality of life and mental health of patients with congenital vascular malformations cared for in a multi-disciplinary specialist centre1
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
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 MAESTRO1
Using ultrasound to diagnose pelvic venous incompetence – Are we getting it right?1
Age-related risk factors and manifestations in deep venous thrombosis1
Overlooked and neglected aspects in the management of recurrent lower extremity venous insufficiency: Unveiling the significance of the lymphatic venous network1
Chiva rebranding or adding new tools?1
Comparative clinical efficacy between bandage pressure therapy and elastic stocking treatment after endovenous radiofrequency ablation1
Shockwave therapy in lipedema patients: A prospective study1
Chronic venous insufficiency as an independent risk factor for coronary artery disease: Evidence from coronary artery calcium score analysis1
Quality of YouTube® videos on thrombolysis and thrombectomy for deep venous thrombosis1
Letter to the editor re: Assessment and grading of pigmentation in chronic venous insufficiency1
Treatment of vascular leg ulcers with leukocyte- and platelet-rich fibrin (L-PRF): A systematic review1
Lipedema awareness and knowledge level among medical doctors in Turkey: A cross-sectional study highlighting the diagnosis and treatment gap1
A novel pneumatic compression device Pneumasox®; a proof of principle1
Common femoral vein wall thickness measurement by Doppler ultrasonography is an accurate diagnostic test for Behçet’s Disease both in supine and standing positions1
Treatment of acute pulmonary embolism: Looking back and looking ahead1
Treatment of varicose great saphenous vein with endovenous laser alone or combined with eco-guided foam sclerotherapy: A randomized controlled trial1
Selected phlebological abstracts1
Calf extra-Fascial compartment area affects calf muscle pumping action: an air plethysmography and computed tomography study1
Phlebological insole: Can it help in the lymphoedema treatment? A scoping review1
Views of inpatients on the prevention of venous thrombosis with ankle pump exercise: A cross-sectional survey1
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
A long-term follow-up study of the changes in localized intravascular coagulation-related indexes after sclerotherapy of venous malformation1
Frequency, intensity, time, and type prescription in exercise therapy for chronic venous insufficiency: A scoping review1
Relationship between social deprivation, CEAP score and time to varicose vein surgery: A single-centre retrospective analysis1
Application of indocyanine green lymphography combined with methylene blue staining in lymphaticovenular anastomosis of lower limb vessels: A prospective study1
Pelvic congestion syndrome, migraine and dilating venous disease: Interesting but not surprising1
Are all patients with sapheno-femoral junction incompetence the same? An ultrasound analysis to potentially predict recurrence after invasive treatments1
Indications, contraindications, side effects, general assessment, and outlook for the future: An International Compression Club survey1
Selected phlebological abstracts1
Spermatic vein sclero-embolization through basilic vein access: A short communication1
Barriers and factors associated with physical activity in patients with chronic venous insufficiency1
The clinical and economic impact of chronic venous insufficiency-associated lymphedema and the prevalence of persistent edema after venous intervention1
Novel treatment approaches for recurrent lower extremity venous insufficiency: Exploring the role of lymph node sclerotherapy1
Gait, ankle mobility, muscle strength, and functional performance in chronic venous insufficiency: A CEAP-based analysis1
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
The use of glove drains in lipedema liposuction: A technical note and preliminary observations1
Effectiveness and safety of the direct oral anticoagulant in acute distal deep vein thrombosis: From the prospective multicenter observational study, J’xactly, in Japan1
Prediction model for deep vein thrombosis stability based on multiple machine learning methods1
Nitinol stents placed in iliac veins are not associated with prolonged back pain1
Rebranding CHIVA1
Selected phlebological abstracts1
Different modes of ankle pump exercise to prevent PICC-related thrombosis through femoral vein1
Double dosing or one extra drop? In response to Letter to the Editor on our recent article “Modification of protocol with one extra drop of endovascular 1
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
Selected phlebological abstracts1
Impact of a one-stop rapid access venous ulcer clinic on inpatient admissions1
High intensity focused ultrasound in treating incompetent perforator veins1
Selected phlebological abstracts1
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
Abstracts for the UIP XIX World Congress of Phlebology, 12–16 September 2022, Istanbul, Turkey1
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
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
Author Index1
The untold story of cyanoacrylate adhesive closure: Addressing the challenges of reporting and analyzing adverse events in medical device studies1
Retrospective evaluation of the results of ultrasound-accelerated catheter-directed tombolysis in acute-subacute pulmonary embolism patients1
Relationship of the tissue stiffness measured using shear wave elastography with the pain threshold and quality of life of patients with lipedema: A cross-sectional study1
Optimal thromboprophylaxis following superficial endovenous treatment: What is it?1
3D printing personalized guide plate in the management of recurrent intramuscular venous malformations: A single center experience1
An online survey of pelvic congestion support group members regarding comorbid symptoms and syndromes1
Selected phlebological abstracts1
High intensity focused ultrasound in treating great saphenous vein incompetence: Perioperative and 1-year outcomes1
Correlation between popliteal vein functional diameter and the severity of chronic venous disease1
Is the weight-bearing lunge test a better tool for assessing ankle mobility in chronic venous insufficiency? A reliability and validity study1
Revealing the origin of postsclerotherapy hyperpigmentation: Identification of melanin and hemosiderin as causative pigments in a histopathological study1
Effects of multimodal exercise program on edema, pain, exercise capacity, lower extremity muscle strength and function in patients with lipedema1
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