Varicose Veins: Diagnosis & Tests (Venous Varicosities)

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Alternate Names : Venous Varicosities

A history and physical examination makes the diagnosis of varicose veins. Other tests may be ordered to examine the veins more closely, such as:

ultrasound, a test that uses sound waves to look at tissues, organs, arteries, and blood flow

blood flow studies that can measure changes in the amount of blood passing through a vein

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Author: Terry Mason, MPH
Reviewer: Adam Brochert, MD
Date Reviewed: 04/09/01

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