Assessment and management of patients with varicose veins
Louise Allen Vascular nurse specialist, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, St Mary’s Hospital, London
Varicose veins are enlarged superficial veins found in the legs. This article explores the anatomy and physiology of the venous system to assist nurses to assess, manage and treat patients with varicose veins.
Nursing Standard.
23, 23, 49-57.
doi: 10.7748/ns2009.02.23.23.49.c6801
Correspondence
louise.allen@imperial.nhs.uk
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